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

Active
Loyal
Protective
Cheerful
Playful

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

Russian Toys are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Great Dane, Great Pyrenees

English Toy Terrier, Toy Spaniel

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®

Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Foundation Stock Service
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

Unknown

20th Century

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Blue
Brindle
Fawn

Black
Blue
Brown
Red
Sable

Great Pyredanes have medium-length coats.

Russian Toys 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 Russian Toy can have a litter of 11-13 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 typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Patellar Luxation

Osteosarcoma
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Wobbler's Syndrome

Heart Conditions

Physical Examination
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Neurological Testing

OFA
Physical Examination
Cardiac Test

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

Russian Toys thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

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

The Russian Toy is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Walk, Run, Nap, Walking, Fetch, Cuddles, Running, Swimming, Playing chase, Hugs, Walks, Naps, Watching tv, Trips, Petting, Brushing, Play, Bedtime, Tag, Tug-of-war, Chewing on toys, Ball toss, Catch treats, Chasing balls

Fetch, Play, Walk

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 Russian Toy, 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 Russian Toys 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.

Great Pyredane 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, Russian Toy should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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 3-6 pound (1 - 3 kg) Russian Toy 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 Russian Toy 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 Russian Toy 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.

Russian Toys 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Great Pyredanes are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Russian Toys are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.