Unfortunately, the Greater Swiss Mountain is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Scoodles are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Alert
Fearless
Protective
Devoted
Good-natured
Selfish
Confidence

Active
Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Quick
Trainable
Selfish
Faithful
Instinctual

Choose a Greater Swiss Mountain 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.

Avoid Scoodles as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Switzerland

United States

Roman Mastiff

Poodle and Scottish Terrier

Ancient Times

2009

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White

Black
Gray
Brown
White
Silver

Greater Swiss Mountains have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Scoodles have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Greater Swiss Mountain can have a litter of 10-12 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 Scoodle can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Greater Swiss Mountains have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

While the Greater Swiss Mountain breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Scoodles typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Gastric Torsion
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Sebaceous Adenitis
Epilepsy
Bloat
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Disease

Distichiasis

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Eye
Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Blood
Heart
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Physical Examination
MRI Scan

Greater Swiss Mountains thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Greater Swiss Mountain has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Scoodle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Greater Swiss Mountains need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Eating Snacks, Rough Housing, Play, Nap, Sniffing, Walk, Hike, Training, Tug-of-war, Case

Walking, Playing, Caring

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Greater Swiss Mountain, it's at least 12 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 Scoodle, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Greater Swiss Mountains 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.

In general most Scoodles 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.

The Greater Swiss Mountain is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Scoodles 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
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 115-140 pound (52 - 64 kg) Greater Swiss Mountain feed 4.5 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 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Scoodle 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 Greater Swiss Mountain is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average cost of a Scoodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Greater Swiss Mountain is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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 Scoodle 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.

Greater Swiss Mountain has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Scoodle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Greater Swiss Mountains can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Scoodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Greater Swiss Mountains are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Scoodles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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

Greater Swiss Mountains are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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