Curious
Playful
Dignified
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Watchful

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sociable
Sweet
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

Alaskan Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Chinaranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Alaskan Malamute, German Shepherd

Pomeranian, Chinese Crested

Early 1900s

Unknown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Cream
Brown
Black
White
Sable
Silver
Blue
Red
Gray

Pied
Gray
Blue
Cream
Black
Brown

An Alaskan Shepherd can have a litter of 4-10 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 Chinaranian can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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

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

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)
Degenerative Myelopathy
Congenital Heart Defect

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Lens Luxation

Cataract
Panosteitis
Glaucoma
Pannus
Perianal Fistulas
Skin Problems
Hemophilia
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Tracheal Collapse

Cardiac
Hip
Blood
Dna For Vwd
Chd Clear Rating
Eye Examination
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Full Body Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

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

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

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

Chinaranians are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Alaskan 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.

Chinaranians 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 Alaskan Shepherd, it's at least 12 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 Chinaranian, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Alaskan 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 Chinaranians 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.

Alaskan 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, Chinaranian should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-85 pound (29 - 39 kg) Alaskan Shepherd feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 8-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Chinaranian feed 1 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 Alaskan Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Chinaranian is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Alaskan 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 Chinaranian is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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

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

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

Chinaranians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Alaskan Shepherds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Chinaranians are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

Alaskan Shepherds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chinaranians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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