Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Adaptable
Brave
Trustworthy
Balanced

Active
Curious
Playful
Adventurous
Funny
Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal

Goldendales are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Chin-Fenpinschers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Golden Retriever, Airedale Terrier

Affenpinscher and Japanese Chin

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Red
Fawn

Black
White
Sable
Silver

Wavy

Straight

A Goldendale 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 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.

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Allergies

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Dystrophy

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Goldendales are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Goldendales 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.

Chin-Fenpinschers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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

In general most Goldendales usually need at least 90 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 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.

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

Chin-Fenpinscher 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-60 pound (25 - 27 kg) Goldendale 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 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.

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

The average cost of a Chin-Fenpinscher is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Goldendale 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 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Goldendales are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

The Goldendale is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Chin-Fenpinschers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.