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

Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Confident
Intelligent
Loving

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

Choose a Great Dane 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.

American Eskimo, Shih Tzu

Wolfhound, Old English Mastiff, Greyhound

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
Canadian Canine Registry

Unknown

3000 BC

Brown

Brown

Black

Blue
Black

Shih-Mos are known for their coat length.

Great Danes have short 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 Great Dane can have a litter of 7-10 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.

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

Great Danes have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Shih-Mo breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Great Danes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Allergies
Hernia
Reverse Sneezing
Dental Problems

Myotonia

Dental Examination
Eye examination
Chest X-rays
Clinical Exam

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Shih-Mos are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Great Danes thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Great Dane 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.

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

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

Great Danes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Great Dane dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Going for walks, Going to petco

Walking, Petting, Eating Snacks, Walk, Nap, Sniffing around, Play keep away, Fetch, Chasing Cats, Running, Treats, Play, Smelling, Exploring, Walks, Sniffing, Playing, Kisses, Jumping, Run, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Wrestling, Dog Parks, Hiking, Waking, Tug of war, Fetching

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 Great Dane, it's at least 10 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 Great Dane is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Great Dane 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
Slicker Brush
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 120-175 pound (54 - 79 kg) Great Dane 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 Shih-Mo is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Great Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 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 Great Dane is between $116 - $126. This makes an average of $1392 - $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.

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

Great Dane is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

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

Great Danes 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.

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

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

Great Danes are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Great Danes are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Shih-Mos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Great Danes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.