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

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Instinctual

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

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

German Shepherd, Australian Cattle Dog

Poodle and Great Pyrenees

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.

2000's

Unknown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Brindle
Blue
Black

Cream
White

Cattle Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Pyredoodles have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wavy

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 Pyredoodle can have a litter of 6-9 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Bloat
Canine Cushing’s Disease

Deafness
Flea Allergy

Digestive

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

Full Body Physical Examination

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

Pyredoodle 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.

Pyredoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

Pyredoodles 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 Pyredoodle, it's at least 7 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 Pyredoodles usually need at least 45 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 Cattle Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pyredoodles 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.

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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

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

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

The Pyredoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Pyredoodles 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.

Pyredoodles 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.

Pyredoodles 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.

Pyredoodles 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.

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