Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Trainable
Elegant
Faithful
Instinctual
Hard working
Herding

Active
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless

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

Great Cambrian Shepherds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Poodle and Collie

Welsh Sheepdog and Great Pyrenees

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Sable
Blue
Black
Brown
White
Pied

Black
White
Red
Brown
Gray

Cadoodles have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Great Cambrian Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Cadoodle 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 Great Cambrian Shepherd can have a litter of 6-9 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.

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

Great Cambrian Shepherds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease

Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
Cataracts
Dermatomyositis
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
Ulcerative Dermatosis

X-Rays
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

Biopsy
Electrocardiogram
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam

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

Great Cambrian Shepherd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Great Cambrian Shepherds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Cadoodles 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.

Great Cambrian Shepherds 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cadoodle, it's at least 11 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 Great Cambrian Shepherd, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cadoodles 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 Great Cambrian Shepherds 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.

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

The Great Cambrian Shepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-70 pound (23 - 32 kg) Cadoodle 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.

For an average 75-115 pound (34 - 52 kg) Great Cambrian Shepherd 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.

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

The average cost of a Great Cambrian Shepherd is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cadoodle 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.

The average per month expenses of a Great Cambrian Shepherd 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.

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

Great Cambrian Shepherds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Great Cambrian Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Great Cambrian Shepherds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Great Cambrian Shepherds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Great Cambrian Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cadoodles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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