Siberpoos aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Choose a Himalayan Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Siberian Husky and Poodle

Tibetan Mastiff, Kinnaur Sheepdog of Tibet

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Ancient Times

Blue
Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

White
Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Fawn

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

Himalayan Sheepdogs have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Siberpoo can have a litter of 4-8 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 Himalayan Sheepdog can have a litter of 9-14 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Patellar Luxation

Elbow Dysplasia
Arthritis
Canine Glaucoma

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
ECG
Complete Blood Work
Chemical Analysis

Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Full Physical Examination
Blood Chemistry
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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

Himalayan Sheepdogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Siberpoos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Himalayan Sheepdogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Siberpoos 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.

Himalayan Sheepdogs 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 Siberpoo, 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 Himalayan Sheepdog, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Siberpoos 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 Himalayan Sheepdogs usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Siberpoos 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 Himalayan Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Himalayan Sheepdog 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

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Siberpoo 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 62-84 pound (28 - 38 kg) Himalayan Sheepdog 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 Siberpoo is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Himalayan Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Siberpoo 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 a Himalayan Sheepdog 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.

Siberpoo is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Himalayan Sheepdog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Siberpoos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

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