Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Steady
Spirited
Assertive

Playful
Energetic
Protective
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Attentive
Tenacious
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered

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

Vizsla Staffs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu

American Staffordshire Terrier, Vizsla

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Shih Apsos are known for their coat length.

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

Wavy

Straight

A Shih Apso can have a litter of 4-6 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 Vizsla Staff 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.

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

Vizsla Staffs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Kidney Problems
Liver Problems
Bladder Stones and Infections

Epilepsy
Heart Conditions
Hypothyroidism
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Ear Infections
Allergies
Eye Disease
Hernia
Reverse Sneezing
Dental Problems

Patellar Luxation
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Wellness Check
Chest X-rays
Dental and Oral Examinations
Clinical Exam
Eye and Ear Examination

Eye Examinations
Blood And Urine Analysis
Thyroid Testing
Full Body Physical Examination

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

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

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

Vizsla Staffs 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 Shih Apso, it's at least 4 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 Vizsla Staff, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shih Apsos 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 Vizsla Staffs 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.

Shih Apsos have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Vizsla Staff is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Vizsla Staff 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

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-18 pound (7 - 8 kg) Shih Apso 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 50-55 pound (23 - 25 kg) Vizsla Staff 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 Shih Apso is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Vizsla Staff is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Shih Apso 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 Vizsla Staff is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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

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

Shih Apsos are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Vizsla Staffs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Shih Apsos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Vizsla Staffs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Shih Apsos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Vizsla Staffs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Shih Apsos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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