Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Patient
Devoted
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Reserved

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal

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

Japillons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Great Pyredanes are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Japillons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Great Dane, Great Pyrenees

Japanese Chin and Papillon

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Blue
Brindle
Fawn

Fawn
Silver
White
Black
Brown

Great Pyredanes have medium-length coats.

Japillons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Great Pyredane can have a litter of 10-15 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.

A Japillon can have a litter of 2-4 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.

Great Pyredanes are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Japillons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Great Pyredanes 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 Japillon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Osteosarcoma
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Wobbler's Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Physical Examination
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Neurological Testing

Eye examination
Radiographs

Great Pyredanes are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

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

Great Pyredanes require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Japillons require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Great Pyredanes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

Japillons are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Pyredane, it's at least 9 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 Japillon, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Pyredanes 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 Japillons usually need at least 30 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 Great Pyredane has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Japillon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush

For an average 95-120 pound (43 - 54 kg) Great Pyredane 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 4-9 pound (2 - 4 kg) Japillon feed 0.5 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 a Great Pyredane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Great Pyredane is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Japillon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

Great Pyredane has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Japillons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Japillons have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Japillons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Great Pyredanes are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Japillons are highly friendly around strangers.

Great Pyredanes are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Japillons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.