Courageous
Confident
Loyal
Trustworthy
Protective
Alert

Curious
Independent
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Watchful
Quiet

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

Saint Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Andes Mountains
Venezuela

United States

Unknown

German Shepherd, Saint Bernard

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Pied

Black
Brown
Pied
Sable

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

Saint Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Mucuchies can have a litter of 10-12 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.

A Saint Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Entropion
Ectropion
Pannus
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test

Mucuchiess sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Walk, Play, Go to Beach

Fetch, Napping, Running, Walking, Tug-of-war, Hiking, Movie marathons, Frisbee, Walks, Hunting, Swimming, Traveling, Run, Tricks, Chase, Walk, Play keep away, Play, Playdate, Water play, Hide & Seek, Playing fetch, Hike, Tag, Walkin, Play time, Training, Sleeping, Swim, Brushing

Mucuchiess 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.

Saint Shepherds 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 Mucuchies, 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 Saint Shepherd, it's at least 18 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mucuchiess 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 Saint Shepherds 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 Mucuchies is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Saint Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 66-100 pound (30 - 45 kg) Mucuchies feed 2.5 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 95-150 pound (43 - 68 kg) Saint Shepherd feed 4.5 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 Mucuchies is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Saint Shepherd is somewhere $4.50 - $5.60 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Mucuchies 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 Saint Shepherd is between $134 - $168. This makes an average of $1608 - $2016 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.

Mucuchiess can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Mucuchiess are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Mucuchiess are not very stranger friendly.

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

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

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