Active
Agile
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Athletic
Nonaggressive
Mischievous
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Good-natured
Cheerful

Italian Greyhound and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Labrador Retriever and Australian Shepherd

2000's

2000s

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Red
Black
White
Gray
Brindle
Sable
Blue
Cream

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Shepradors have medium-length coats.

An Italian Cavalier Greyhound can have a litter of 3-5 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.

A Sheprador 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.

Dental Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Pelger - Huet Syndrome
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
Ectropion
Sebaceous Adenitis
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Electrocardiogram
General Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

Italian Cavalier Greyhound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Shepradors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds 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.

Shepradors 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.

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

Italian Cavalier Greyhound 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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Italian Cavalier Greyhound 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 50-80 pound (23 - 36 kg) Sheprador feed 2.5 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 an Italian Cavalier Greyhound is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Sheprador is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Italian Cavalier Greyhound 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 Sheprador is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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 Italian Cavalier Greyhound is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Shepradors are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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