While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Sco-Shis are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the St. Weiler is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Independent
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Selfish

Independent
Happy
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Fearless
Good-natured
Quiet

Sco-Shis shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Avoid Sco-Shis as watchdogs - they're not effective.

St. Weilers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Scottish Terrier, Shih Tzu

Saint Bernard and Rottweiler

Hazel

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
White

A Sco-Shi can have a litter of 2-5 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.

A St. Weiler can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Bloat
Eye Problems
Heart Problems
Hypothyroidism

Ear Infections
Allergies
Reverse Sneezing
Eye Conditions

Allergies
Epilepsy
Joint Dysplasia

X-Rays
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Eye and Ear Examination
Allergy Testing
Abdominal Ultrasound

Allergy Tests
Blood Count
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Eye and Ear Examination

Sco-Shis are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Sco-Shis need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

St. Weilers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Running in yard

Walk, Play, Walking, Cuddling, Doggy Daycare, Dog park, Fetch, Bath time, Off-leash, Tug-of-war

Sco-Shis are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Sco-Shi dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

St. Weilers 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 Sco-Shi, it's at least 6 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 St. Weiler, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Sco-Shis usually need at least 30 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 St. Weilers 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.

Sco-Shis 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.

The St. Weiler has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Sco-Shi 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, St. Weiler should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Sco-Shi 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.

For an average 120-180 pound (54 - 82 kg) St. Weiler feed 3.5 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 Sco-Shi is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a St. Weiler is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Sco-Shi 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.

The average per month expenses of a St. Weiler 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.

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.

Sco-Shis make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

St. Weilers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Sco-Shis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

St. Weilers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.