Active
Curious
Loving
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Good-natured
Watchful

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Extroverted
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

German Shepherd, Australian Cattle Dog

Pomeranian and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

2000's

Unknown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Brindle
Blue
Black

Black
Brown
White
Red
Brindle
Cream

Cattle Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Cavapoms have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Cattle 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.

A Cavapom can have a litter of 3-5 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.

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

While the Cavapom breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Syringomyelia

Deafness
Flea Allergy

Cherry Eye

X-Rays
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Work and Serum Chemistry Tests

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Blood Tests
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Full Physical Examination
Ocular Tests

Cattle Shepherd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Cattle Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Cattle 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.

Cavapoms 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cattle Shepherd, it's at least 14 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 Cavapom, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cattle Shepherds 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 Cavapoms 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.

Cattle Shepherd 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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-80 pound (20 - 36 kg) Cattle 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.

For an average 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Cavapom 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 Cattle Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Cavapom is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cattle 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.

The average per month expenses of a Cavapom 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.

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

Cavapoms make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

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

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

Cattle Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

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

Cattle Shepherds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

The Cattle Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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