Curious
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Inquisitive
Bold
Watchful

Active
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Reserved
Instinctual

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

Great Danoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

German Shepherd, Patterdale Terrier

Poodle, Great Dane

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DBR = Designer Breed Registry

Unknown

1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Black
Cream
Brown
Red

Black
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver
Brindle

Patterdale Shepherds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Great Danoodles have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Patterdale Shepherd 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 Great Danoodle 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.

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

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

While the Patterdale Shepherd breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Great Danoodles typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip Dysplasia
Endocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Bladder Stones

Myotonia
Corneal Dystrophy

Blood
Eye examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

Electrocardiogram
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood and Urine Tests
Skin Biopsy
Ocular Exam
Cardiac Test
Electromyography (EMG)
Muscle Biopsy

Patterdale Shepherd has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Patterdale Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Great Danoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Walk, Run, Tug-of-war, Chase, Tracking, High Five, Hide & Seek, Speak

Training, Fetch, Beach runs, Walk, Dog Parks, Play, Shake, Catch, Walks, Snuggles, Tug-of-war

Patterdale Shepherds 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.

Great Danoodles 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 Patterdale Shepherd, it's at least 10 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 Great Danoodle, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Patterdale Shepherds 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 Great Danoodles 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.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Patterdale Shepherd 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 85-100 pound (39 - 45 kg) Great Danoodle 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.

The average cost of a Patterdale Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Great Danoodle is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Patterdale Shepherd 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 Great Danoodle 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.

Patterdale Shepherds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

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

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

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

Patterdale Shepherds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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