Newfoundland has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Chi-Poo has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Cheerful
Intelligent
Social
Gentle
Courageous
Loyal
Sweet

Energetic
Playful
Intelligent
Independent
Companionable
Active

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

Chi-Poos are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Newfoundland 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.

Chi-Poos are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Chihuahua, Poodle

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

American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
Designer Canine Registry

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1970s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Cream
Pied
Brindle

Black
White
Fawn
Cream
Brown
Blue
Brindle
Silver
Gray

Newfoundlands have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Chi-Poos have medium-length coats.

A Newfoundland can have a litter of 9-12 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.

A Chi-Poo can have a litter of 12-15 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.

The Newfoundland breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Chi-Poos are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Hypoglycemia
Overactive Tear Glands

Entropion
Cataract
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Dry Skin

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work

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

Chi-Poo has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

Newfoundlands need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Newfoundland excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

Chi-Poo minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

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

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

Newfoundland dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

While Chi-Poo dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Making friends, Dog Parks, Catch treats, Attention, Shopping, Slow walking, Sniffing, Walk, Play, Groom, Cuddle, Swim, Eat

Walking, Tummy rubs, Cuddling, Tug of war, Walk, Tug-of-war, Playing, Walks, Fetch, Cuddle, Car rides, Tricks, Chase, Shake, Beach, Relaxing, Park, Groom, Play, Nap, Bath time, Brushing, Running, Barking, Run, Sleep, Eating Snacks

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Newfoundland, it's at least 15 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 Chi-Poo, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Newfoundlands 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.

In general most Chi-Poos usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Newfoundlands have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Chi-Poo requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 130-150 pound (59 - 68 kg) Newfoundland 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.

For an average 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Chi-Poo 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 Newfoundland is somewhere $4.20 - $4.80 per day.

The average cost of a Chi-Poo is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Newfoundland is between $126 - $143. This makes an average of $1512 - $1716 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 Chi-Poo 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.

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.

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

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

Newfoundlands are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Chi-Poos are not cat friendly.

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

Chi-Poos are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Chi-Poos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Chi-Poos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.