Active
Playful
Independent
Clownish
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Social
Inquisitive
Cheerful
Brave
Stable
Defensive

Active
Curious
Independent
Agile
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Instinctual

Irish Russian Spanterriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Schipper-Poos are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Irish Water Spaniel and Black Russian Terrier

Poodle, Schipperke

Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Gray

Wavy

Wiry

An Irish Russian Spanterrier can have a litter of 4-12 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 Schipper-Poo can have a litter of 3-7 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.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Urolithiasis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Sebaceous Adenitis
Eye Problems
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Otitis Externa
Eye Diseases and Disorders
Nail Bed Disease

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Corneal Dystrophy

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Cutaneous cytology
Cultures
Urine Tests

Eye
Hip
Blood
Heart
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination

Irish Russian Spanterrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Schipper-Poo has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Russian Spanterrier, 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 Schipper-Poo, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Irish Russian Spanterriers usually need at least 90 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 Schipper-Poos usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Irish Russian Spanterrier 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, Schipper-Poo should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper

For an average 70-100 pound (32 - 45 kg) Irish Russian Spanterrier 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 26-40 pound (12 - 18 kg) Schipper-Poo feed 1.7 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 Irish Russian Spanterrier is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Schipper-Poo is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Russian Spanterrier 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 Schipper-Poo is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 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.

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

The Schipper-Poo is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Schipper-Poos are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Schipper-Poos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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