Independent
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Dominant
Lively
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Quiet
Respectful

Affectionate
Lively
Friendly

Irish Saint Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Dutch Smoushonds are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

Netherlands

Saint Bernard and Irish Terrier

Poodle, Brussels Griffon, Border Terrier and German Schnauzer

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
White
Fawn

Cream

Wavy

Wiry

An Irish Saint Terrier 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 Dutch Smoushond can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Irish Saint Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Dutch Smoushonds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

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

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems

None Known

Arthritis

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

OFA
Yearly Eye Exam
Yearly Physical Examination

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

Dutch Smoushond has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Irish Saint Terriers 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.

Dutch Smoushonds 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 Irish Saint Terrier, 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 Dutch Smoushond, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Irish Saint Terriers 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 Dutch Smoushonds 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.

Irish Saint Terriers 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 Dutch Smoushond has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Irish Saint Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Dutch Smoushond 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

Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 90-120 pound (41 - 54 kg) Irish Saint Terrier feed 4 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 20-22 pound (9 - 10 kg) Dutch Smoushond 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.

The average cost of an Irish Saint Terrier is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Dutch Smoushond is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Saint Terrier is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Dutch Smoushond 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.

Irish Saint Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

Dutch Smoushonds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Irish Saint Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Dutch Smoushonds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Dutch Smoushonds are not known for being a highly playful breed.