Jack-A-Poos aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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.

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Nepal
India

Jack Russell Terrier and Poodle

Tibetan Mastiff, Kinnaur Sheepdog of Tibet

1990’s

Ancient Times

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Brown
Amber

Black

Black

White
Black
Brown
Gray
Blue

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A Jack-A-Poo 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.

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.

Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Hypothyroidism
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Elbow Dysplasia
Arthritis
Canine Glaucoma

Ear Examination
Eye Examinations
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations

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

Jack-A-Poos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Jack-A-Poos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Jack-A-Poo dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Walking, Eating Snacks, Cuddling, Fetch, Parktime, Boat ride, Bubbles

Playing, Rope game, Chase, Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Hide and seek, Go to Park

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jack-A-Poo, it's at least 10 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 Himalayan Sheepdog, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jack-A-Poos 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 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.

Jack-A-Poos 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.

The Himalayan Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-25 pound (6 - 11 kg) Jack-A-Poo 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.

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.

The average cost of a Jack-A-Poo is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Himalayan Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Jack-A-Poo 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.

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.

Jack-A-Poo is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Himalayan Sheepdog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

Jack-A-Poos are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Jack-A-Poos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Himalayan Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.