Active
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Going
Trainable
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Instinctual
Charming

Happy
Agile
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

Poo-Shis are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Italian Papihounds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Poo-Shis make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid Italian Papihounds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Shiba Inu and Poodle

Papillon and Italian Greyhound

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®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
White
Brown
Sable
Black
Fawn

Gray
Red
Fawn
Blue
Black
White
Cream

Poo-Shis are known for their coat length.

Italian Papihounds have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Glaucoma
Epilepsy
Addison's Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Cancer

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Corneal Dystrophy

None Known

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram

The Poo-Shi is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Italian Papihound dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Poo-Shi, it's at least 8 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 Italian Papihound, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Poo-Shis usually need at least 25 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 Italian Papihounds 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.

Poo-Shis 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.

The Italian Papihound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Poo-Shi should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Italian Papihound 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Poo-Shi feed 2 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) Italian Papihound 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 a Poo-Shi is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Italian Papihound is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Poo-Shi is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 an Italian Papihound 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.

Poo-Shis make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Italian Papihounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Poo-Shis are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Italian Papihounds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Italian Papihounds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Poo-Shis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Poo-Shis are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Italian Papihounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.