Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Loving
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Fearless
Good-natured
Reserved
Suspicious

Mini St. Bernards are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Rott Peis are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Mini St. Bernards are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Rott Pei 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.

United States

United States

Cocker Spaniel and Saint Bernard

Rottweiler and Shar Pei

1990s

Unknown

Brown

Amber

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Fawn
Sable
Red

A Mini St. Bernard can have a litter of 6-8 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.

A Rott Pei can have a litter of 8-12 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.

Mini St. Bernards are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Rott Peis have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Seborrhea
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Elbow Dysplasia
Osteosarcoma
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Entropion
Ectropion
Skin-Fold Dermatitis
Retinal Dysplasia
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Entropion
Cataract
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Blood Glucose Tests
Physical and Neurologic Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Work and Serum Chemistry Tests
Electroretinogram (ERG)
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Bone Biopsy

Mini St. Bernards are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

Rott Pei has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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Walking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mini St. Bernard, it's at least 8 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 Rott Pei, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mini St. Bernards 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.

In general most Rott Peis usually need at least 90 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 Mini St. Bernard requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Rott Pei has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Mini St. Bernard should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Rott Pei should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Mini St. Bernard is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average cost of a Rott Pei is somewhere $2.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Mini St. Bernard is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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 Rott Pei 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.

Mini St. Bernards are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Rott Pei is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Rott Peis have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Rott Peis are not the best choice for families with kids.

Mini St. Bernards are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Mini St. Bernards are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Rott Peis are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Mini St. Bernards are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Rott Peis are not very stranger friendly.

Mini St. Bernards are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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