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.

Minnie Jacks are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Nepal
India

United States

Tibetan Mastiff, Kinnaur Sheepdog of Tibet

Miniature Pinscher and Jack Russell Terrier

Ancient Times

2000s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Fawn

Blue
Isabella
Red
Brown
Fawn
Black

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.

A Minnie Jack 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.

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Arthritis
Canine Glaucoma

Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts

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

X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Optical Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Full Body Physical Examination

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

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

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

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

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

Minnie Jack 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

Playing Ball, Play keep away, Chasing, Running, Chase, Dog Parks, Toy Destruction, Fetch, Walks, Tug-of-war, Hike, Car rides, Giving treats, Exploring, Walking, Hide & Seek, Run, Jump, Play, Walk

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 Minnie Jack, it's at least 10 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 Minnie Jacks usually need at least 60 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.

The Minnie Jack has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
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 9-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Minnie Jack 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 a Minnie Jack is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 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 a Minnie Jack 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.

Minnie Jack is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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