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

Bold
Energetic
Inquisitive
Confident
Friendly
Intelligent

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

Patterdale Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Golden Pyreneess make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Patterdale Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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United Kingdom

Great Pyrenees and Golden Retriever

Black Smooth-Coated Fell Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Rare Breed Association
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

Unknown

1950's

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Cream
Gray
White

Pied
Brown
Red
Black

Golden Pyreneess are known for their coat length.

Patterdale Terriers have short coats.

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 Patterdale Terrier can have a litter of 11-14 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.

Patterdale Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Golden Pyreneess typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patterdale Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
vonWillebrand’s Disease

None Known

Congenital Eye Defects

Eye Infections

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

Ear Examination
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Golden Pyreneess are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Patterdale Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Patterdale Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Patterdale Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Patterdale Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Hiking, Running, Walking, Mild hiking

Playing Ball

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.

Patterdale Terriers 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 Patterdale Terrier, it's at least 16 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 Patterdale Terriers usually need at least 60 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.

The Patterdale Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Golden Pyrenees should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Patterdale Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder

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 11-13 pound (5 - 6 kg) Patterdale Terrier feed 1 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 Patterdale Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $2.10 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 Patterdale Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

The Patterdale Terrier is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Patterdale Terriers 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.

Patterdale Terriers 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.

Patterdale Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Patterdale Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Patterdale Terriers 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.

Patterdale Terriers can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.