Independent
Happy
Protective
Alert
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Going
Social
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Quiet
Confidence

Alert
Gentle
Outgoing
Friendly
Intelligent

Swissy Saints are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Swissy Saints make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid Siberian Huskys as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Switzerland

Siberia

Greater Swiss Mountain and Saint Bernard

Spitz-type Dogs

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

Ancient Times

Brown
Amber

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White

White
Sable
Pied
Silver
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

Swissy Saints have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Siberian Huskys have medium-length coats.

A Swissy Saint 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 Siberian Husky can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Swissy Saints are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Swissy Saints 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 Siberian Husky breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Digestive Problems

Epilepsy
Hemophilia
Laryngeal Paralysis

Bloat

Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Zinc Responsive Dermatosis

Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Diagnostic Tests

Eye
Hip
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Throat

Swissy Saints are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Siberian Huskys thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Siberian Husky has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Swissy Saints have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Siberian Huskys are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Siberian Huskys bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Swissy Saints 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.

Siberian Huskys 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 Swissy Saint, 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 Siberian Husky, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Swissy Saints 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 Siberian Huskys 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 Swissy Saint has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Siberian Husky requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 130-200 pound (59 - 91 kg) Swissy Saint 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 44-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Siberian Husky 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.

The average cost of a Swissy Saint is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Siberian Husky is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Swissy Saint 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 Siberian Husky 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

Swissy Saints are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Siberian Huskys are not cat friendly.

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

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

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

Siberian Huskys can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.