Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Faithful
Trustworthy

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Spirited

Golden Mountain Dogs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Toy Fo-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Golden Retriever and Bernese Mountain Dog

Toy Fox Terrier and Shih Tzu

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®

Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brindle
Brown
White
Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
White
Brindle
Silver

A Golden Mountain Dog can have a litter of 5-10 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 Toy Fo-Tzu can have a litter of 2-6 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.

Golden Mountain Dogs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Toy Fo-Tzus are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Golden Mountain Dog breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Heart Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lens Luxation
Eye Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Otitis Externa
Allergies
Eye Disease
Hyperthyroidism
Cleft Lift or Palate

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Blood Glucose Tests
Physical and Neurologic Examination

Eye
Hip
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
DNA for VWD
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

Golden Mountain Dog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Toy Fo-Tzu has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Golden Mountain Dogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Mountain Dog, 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 Toy Fo-Tzu, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Mountain Dogs 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 Toy Fo-Tzus 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-120 pound (36 - 54 kg) Golden Mountain Dog 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 6-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Toy Fo-Tzu feed 0.7 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 a Golden Mountain Dog is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Toy Fo-Tzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Mountain Dog 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 Toy Fo-Tzu 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.

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

Toy Fo-Tzus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Golden Mountain Dogs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Toy Fo-Tzus are not the best choice for families with kids.

Golden Mountain Dogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Toy Fo-Tzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Golden Mountain Dogs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Toy Fo-Tzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.