Active
Curious
Playful
Adventurous
Funny
Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal

Loving
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Confidence
Reserved

Affenpinscher and Japanese Chin

Great Dane, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

Brown

Hazel

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Sable
Silver

Fawn
Black
Blue
Brindle
White

Chin-Fenpinschers have medium-length coats.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Chin-Fenpinscher can have a litter of 1-3 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dane can have a litter of 10-15 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.

Chin-Fenpinschers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Greater Swiss Mountain 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Dystrophy

Distichiasis
Myotonia

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Eyes
Hips
X-Rays
Blood Tests
Heart Testing

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Dane has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chin-Fenpinscher, it's at least 7 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dane, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chin-Fenpinschers usually need at least 20 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Danes 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.

Chin-Fenpinschers 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-10 pound (2 - 5 kg) Chin-Fenpinscher 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 90-200 pound (41 - 91 kg) Greater Swiss Mountain Dane feed 4 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 Chin-Fenpinscher is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chin-Fenpinscher is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $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.

Chin-Fenpinschers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dane is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Chin-Fenpinschers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Chin-Fenpinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chin-Fenpinschers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Chin-Fenpinschers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Greater Swiss Mountain Danes have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.