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

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

Active
Friendly
Playful
Familiar
Happy

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

Lowchens shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Bichon Frise, Bolognese, Maltese, Havanese

Labrador Retriever, English Cocker Spaniel

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Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Silver
Brindle
Sable
Red

Black
Brown
Pied

Lowchens have medium-length coats.

English Spanadors have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Lowchen can have a litter of 13-15 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 English Spanador can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Lowchens are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Patellar Luxation
Diabetes

Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Eye Abnormalities
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Diabetes
Familial Nephropathy
Portosystemic Shunt
Hepatitis
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Cleft Palate
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Eye
Heart
Hips
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Hip X-Rays
Dna Test For Pk
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
Blood Work

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

English Spanadors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Lowchens 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.

English Spanadors 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 Lowchen, it's at least 6 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 English Spanador, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Lowchens 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.

In general most English Spanadors 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.

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

The English Spanador has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-18 pound (4 - 8 kg) Lowchen feed 1.2 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 20-50 pound (9 - 23 kg) English Spanador 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 Lowchen is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an English Spanador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Lowchen 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 an English Spanador 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.

Lowchens have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

The English Spanador is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Lowchens are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

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

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

Lowchens are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

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

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