Active
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless

Active
Loving
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Obedient
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Beauceroodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Welsh Sheepdog and Great Pyrenees

Poodle, Beauceron

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Red
Brown
Gray

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Brindle

Great Cambrian Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Beauceroodles have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Great Cambrian Shepherd can have a litter of 6-9 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 Beauceroodle can have a litter of 6-7 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease

Sebaceous Adenitis
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Entropion
Cataracts
Dermatomyositis
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Corneal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Biopsy
Electrocardiogram
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam

Cardiac
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
CT or MRI scan
Blood Tests

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

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

Great Cambrian Shepherds 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.

Beauceroodles 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Cambrian Shepherd, 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 Beauceroodle, it's at least 20 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Cambrian Shepherds 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.

In general most Beauceroodles 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.

The Great Cambrian Shepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Beauceroodles require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Great Cambrian Shepherd 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, Beauceroodle should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-115 pound (34 - 52 kg) Great Cambrian Shepherd 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 65-85 pound (29 - 39 kg) Beauceroodle feed 4.5 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 Cambrian Shepherd is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Beauceroodle is somewhere $4.50 - $5.60 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Great Cambrian Shepherd 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 Beauceroodle is between $134 - $168. This makes an average of $1608 - $2016 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 Cambrian Shepherds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Great Cambrian Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Great Cambrian Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

The Great Cambrian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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