Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Watchful
Trustworthy

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Fearless
Assertive
Clever

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

Doxie Cairns are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

German Shepherd, Golden Retriever

Cairn Terrier, Dachshund

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Sable
Gray
Black
Blue

Red
Cream
Black

Golden Shepherds are known for their coat length.

Doxie Cairns have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Golden Shepherd 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 Doxie Cairn can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

Doxie Cairns are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Golden 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 Doxie Cairn breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Allergies

Glaucoma
Diabetes
Portosystemic Shunt
Cryptorchidism
Atopy
Retained Testicle

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests
Allergy Testing
Hip

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Biochemical Profile Tests
Allergy Testing
Skin Scrape
Abdominal Ultrasound

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

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

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

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

Playdate, Run, Play keep away, Walk, Wrestle, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Chase

Walk, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Nap, Fetch, Heel, Off-leash, Shake, Walking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Shepherd, it's at least 12 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 Doxie Cairn, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Shepherds 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.

In general most Doxie Cairns 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.

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

Doxie Cairn 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
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

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

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

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

Doxie Cairns have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Doxie Cairns are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Golden Shepherds are highly friendly around strangers.

Doxie Cairns are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.