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

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Outright
Tempered
Merry
Trusting
Joyful
Sociable
Cheerful

Switzerland

United States

Greater Swiss Mountain and Saint Bernard

Labrador Retriever and American Cocker Spaniel

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

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®

Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White

Cream
Fawn
Brown
Black
Red
White

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

Spanadors have medium-length coats.

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

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

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Digestive Problems

Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Bloat

Allergies
Weight Gain

Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Diagnostic Tests

Eye Examination
Ear Examination
Urinalysis
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Blood Glucose Tests
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Allergy Testing

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

Spanadors' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Spanadors sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Spanadors 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.

Spanadors 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 Spanador, it's at least 12 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 Spanadors usually need at least 70 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 Spanador requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder

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 22-50 pound (10 - 23 kg) Spanador feed 3.5 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 Swissy Saint is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Spanador is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 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 Spanador is between $55 - $63. This makes an average of $660 - $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.

Swissy Saints are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Spanador is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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.

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

Swissy Saints are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Swissy Saints are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Spanadors are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Spanadors are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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