Curious
Stubborn
Clownish
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Watchful

Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming

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

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

United States

United States

German Shepherd, American Pit Bull Terrier

American Eskimo, Shiba Inu

2000's

Unknown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Brindle
Cream
Fawn
Brown
Gray
Black

Black
Cream
Red
White

Shepherd Pits have short coats.

Imo-Inus have medium-length coats.

A Shepherd Pit 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.

An Imo-Inu can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Demodicosis
Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Pannus
Perianal Fistulas
Hemophilia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis

Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease

Elbow Dysplasia
Hemivertebrae
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cleft Lip or Palate
Footpad Disorder
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Cutaneous Asthenia
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

Patellar Luxation

Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
DNA for VWD
Heart Testing

Electrocardiogram
Blood And Urine Analysis
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam

Relaxing, Hike, Swim, Hide and seek, Cuddling, Car ride, Playing fetch, Car rides, Go for walks, Fetch, Walk, Digging, Dog Parks, Jogging, Tracking, Shake, Tug-of-war

Hiking, Fetch, People watching, Brewery hopping, Dog Parks, Car rides, Walks, Hike, Hide & Seek, Walk, Run, Tug-of-war

Shepherd Pits 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.

Imo-Inus 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 Shepherd Pit, it's at least 16 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 Imo-Inu, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shepherd Pits usually need at least 180 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 Imo-Inus 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.

The Shepherd Pit has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Imo-Inu requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Comb
Nail Clipper

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

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

Imo-Inus are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Shepherd Pits are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Shepherd Pits are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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

Imo-Inus are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Shepherd Pits are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Imo-Inus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.