Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Confident
Devoted
Lively
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Clever
Charming

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Trusting
Trainable
Adaptable
Faithful
Lovable
Easygoing
Instinctual

United States

United States

Shiba Inu, Dachshund

Poodle and Black and Tan Coonhound

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Sable
White

Black
Fawn
White
Gray
Silver
Brown
Cream

Shibadoxs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Black and Tan Coonoodles have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Shibadox 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 Black and Tan Coonoodle 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Disease

Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel
DNA for VWD

Physical Examination
Blood Work
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Lab Tests
Hip

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

Black and Tan Coonoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Shibadoxs 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.

Black and Tan Coonoodles 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 Shibadox, it's at least 7 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 Black and Tan Coonoodle, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shibadoxs 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 Black and Tan Coonoodles 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 Shibadox has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Black and Tan Coonoodle requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Shibadox 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

Ideally, Black and Tan Coonoodle should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Shibadox 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 50-70 pound (23 - 32 kg) Black and Tan Coonoodle 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 Shibadox is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a Black and Tan Coonoodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Shibadox is between $42 - $49. This makes an average of $504 - $588 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 Black and Tan Coonoodle 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.

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

Black and Tan Coonoodles are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Shibadoxs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Black and Tan Coonoodles are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Black and Tan Coonoodles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

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

Black and Tan Coonoodles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Black and Tan Coonoodles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.