Calm
Independent
Intelligent

Active
Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Fearless
Cheerful

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Smooth Fo-Chons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Mastiff, Native Mountain Dogs

Smooth Fox Terrier, Bichon Frise

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White

Black
Brown
White

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Smooth Fo-Chons are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

A Polish Tatra Sheepdog 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 Smooth Fo-Chon can have a litter of 3-6 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.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Smooth Fo-Chons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
Skin and Hair Exams
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Polish Tatra Sheepdog has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Smooth Fo-Chon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs 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.

Smooth Fo-Chons 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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 Smooth Fo-Chon, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Smooth Fo-Chons 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.

Polish Tatra Sheepdog 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, Smooth Fo-Chon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-130 pound (36 - 59 kg) Polish Tatra Sheepdog feed 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 7-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Smooth Fo-Chon 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 a Polish Tatra Sheepdog is somewhere $4.90 - $5.60 per day.

The average cost of a Smooth Fo-Chon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Polish Tatra Sheepdog is between $112 - $154. This makes an average of $1344 - $1848 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 Smooth Fo-Chon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Smooth Fo-Chons make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Smooth Fo-Chons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Smooth Fo-Chons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Smooth Fo-Chons are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Smooth Fo-Chons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.