Active
Playful
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle

Gentle
Affectionate
Dignified
Loyal
Calm
Hearted

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

Clumber Spaniels shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Shih-Mos aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Clumber Spaniels are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

American Eskimo, Shih Tzu

spaniel, basset hound, saint bernard

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

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

1700s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Shih-Mos are known for their coat length.

Clumber Spaniels have medium-length coats.

A Shih-Mo 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 Clumber Spaniel can have a litter of 10-12 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-Mos are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Liver Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Kidney Problems
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Pateller Luxation
Bladder Stones and Infections

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Allergies
Hernia
Reverse Sneezing
Dental Problems

Ectropion

Dental Examination
Eye examination
Chest X-rays
Clinical Exam

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

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

Clumber Spaniel has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Shih-Mos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Clumber Spaniels require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Shih-Mos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Clumber Spaniels are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Shih-Mo, it's at least 5 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 Clumber Spaniel, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Shih-Mos 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 Clumber Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Clumber Spaniel 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
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 18-25 pound (8 - 11 kg) Shih-Mo 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 70-85 pound (32 - 39 kg) Clumber Spaniel feed 2.8 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-Mo is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Clumber Spaniel is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Shih-Mo 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 Clumber Spaniel is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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-Mos are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Clumber Spaniel is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

Shih-Mos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Clumber Spaniels are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Shih-Mos are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Clumber Spaniels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Shih-Mos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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