Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Patient
Gentle
Kind
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Trustworthy

Curious
Aloof
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Quiet
Detached

Golden Pyreneess are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Chow Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Great Pyrenees and Golden Retriever

Chow Chow, German Shepherd

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Gray
White

Brown
Black
Red
Gray
Cream
Fawn

Golden Pyreneess are known for their coat length.

Chow Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Golden Pyrenees can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Chow Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Golden Pyreneess are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chow Shepherds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Myasthenia Gravis

Congenital Eye Defects

Cataracts

X-Rays
Blood Tests
Ophthalmic Exam
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Full Physical Examination

X-Rays
MRI
Blood Tests
Ophthalmologic Examination

Golden Pyrenees has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Chow Shepherd has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Golden Pyreneess require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Chow Shepherds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Golden Pyreneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chow Shepherds have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

The Golden Pyrenees is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Chow Shepherd dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Hiking, Running, Walking, Mild hiking

Swimming, Play fighting, Car rides, Running, Puppacinos, Running at, Getting trained

Golden Pyreneess are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Chow Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Pyrenees, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chow Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Pyreneess usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Chow Shepherds usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Golden Pyrenees requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Chow Shepherds require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-115 pound (36 - 52 kg) Golden Pyrenees feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 45-90 pound (20 - 41 kg) Chow Shepherd feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Golden Pyrenees is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Chow Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Pyrenees is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Chow Shepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Golden Pyreneess are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Chow Shepherd is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Golden Pyreneess can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Chow Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Golden Pyreneess make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chow Shepherds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Golden Pyreneess are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Chow Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Golden Pyreneess are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chow Shepherds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Golden Pyreneess are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chow Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Golden Pyreneess are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Chow Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Golden Pyreneess are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Chow Shepherds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.