Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Watchful

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Extroverted
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

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

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Great Pyrenees and German Shepherd

Pomeranian and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Fawn

Black
Brown
White
Red
Brindle
Cream

Germaneess have medium-length coats.

Cavapoms have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Germanees can have a litter of 6-10 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 Cavapom 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.

Germaneess 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 Cavapom breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Elbow Dysplasia
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Murmur
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Atopy

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Syringomyelia

Ectropion
Cataract
Epilepsy
Diabetes

Cherry Eye

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Fecal Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Skin Biopsy
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Skin Scrape

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Blood Tests
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Full Physical Examination
Ocular Tests

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

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

Germaneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Playing fetch, Herding, Fetch, Walk, Play, Run, Pet stores, Car rides, Park, Hiking, Off-leash, Swim, Tug-of-war

Walk, Tug-of-war, Walks, Running, Cuddling, Play keep away, Run

Germaneess 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.

Cavapoms 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 Germanees, it's at least 14 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 Cavapom, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-120 pound (34 - 54 kg) Germanees 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 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Cavapom 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 Germanees is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Germanees is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Cavapom 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.

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

Cavapoms make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Cavapoms are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Germaneess are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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