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.

American Hairless Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Nepal
India

United States

Tibetan Mastiff, Kinnaur Sheepdog of Tibet

Terrier

Ancient Times

1970s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

Brindle
Brown
Black
Sable
Blue
Red

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.

An American Hairless Terrier can have a litter of 14-16 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.

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Patellar Luxation
Hemophilia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Cushing's Disease
Teeth Issues
Liver Shunts

Elbow Dysplasia
Arthritis
Canine Glaucoma

Demodectic Mange
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Von Willebrand's Disease

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

Blood Test
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation

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

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

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

American Hairless Terriers need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

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

Playing, Rope game, Chase, Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Hide and seek, Go to Park

Play dates, Dog Parks, Walking

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.

American Hairless Terriers 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 Himalayan Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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 American Hairless Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most American Hairless Terriers 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.

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

American Hairless Terriers 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.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 12-24 pound (5 - 11 kg) American Hairless Terrier 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 Himalayan Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of an American Hairless Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of an American Hairless Terrier 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.

Himalayan Sheepdog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

American Hairless Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

Himalayan Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

American Hairless Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.