Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Kind
Good-natured
Trustworthy

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Docile
Lively
Going
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Extroverted
Charming

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

Pom-Shis are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Australian Retrievers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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

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An Australian Retriever can have a litter of 6-9 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 Pom-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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

Eye Problems
Hypothyroidism

Entropion
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Eye
Hip
Skeletal
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system

Australian Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Australian Retriever has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Pom-Shi has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Australian Retrievers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Australian Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Cuddling, Swim, Dressing up, Dog, Walk, Fetch, Chase, Run, Training, Snow, Sniffing, Catch, Frisbee, Hiking, Running, Swimming, Who’s there, Hide & Seek, Tug, Tug-of-war, Go to Beach, Go to Park, Nap, Ball, Roughhouse, Catch treats, Cuddles, Tricks, Teaching tricks, Playing babies

Fetch, Walks, Hiking, Running, Swimming, Cuddle, Walk, Tug-of-war

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

Pom-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

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

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

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

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

Australian Retrievers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Pom-Shis are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Australian Retrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Pom-Shis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

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

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