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

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.

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

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

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

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

Choose a Golden Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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

German Shepherd, Golden Retriever

Scottish Terrier, Shih Tzu

Brown

Hazel

Black

Black

White
Sable
Gray
Black
Blue

Black
Gray
Brown
Brindle

Golden Shepherds are known for their coat length.

Sco-Shis have medium-length coats.

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 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.

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

Sco-Shis are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Allergies

Ear Infections
Allergies
Reverse Sneezing
Eye Conditions

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

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

Golden Shepherds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

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

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

Golden Shepherds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

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

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

Running in yard

Golden 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.

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.

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 Sco-Shi, it's at least 6 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 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.

The Golden Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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.

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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-80 pound (34 - 36 kg) Golden 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 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.

The average cost of a Golden Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Sco-Shi is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Shepherd 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.

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.

Golden Shepherd is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Sco-Shis are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

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

Sco-Shis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Golden Shepherds are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

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

Sco-Shis are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.