Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Inquisitive
Steady
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Spirited
Assertive

Curious
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced

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

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

Brussels Griffon, Lhasa Apso

German Shepherd and Airedale Terrier

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®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000s

Unknown

A Lhaffon can have a litter of 4-6 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 Airedale Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Urolithiasis
Congenital Heart Defect

Footpad Disorder

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis

Hip
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

Airedale Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Lhaffons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Airedale Shepherds 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.

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.

Lhaffons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Lhaffons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Lhaffons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Airedale Shepherds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Lhaffons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Airedale Shepherds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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

Lhaffons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

The Airedale Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.