While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Barbets are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the New Shep is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Companionable
Intelligent
Obedient
Cheerful
Joyful

Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Watchful
Cheerful

Barbets shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Water dog

German Shepherd, Newfoundland

American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1500s

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Fawn
Gray
Pied

Sable
Blue
Silver
Red
Cream
Gray
Brown
White
Black

Curly

Wavy

A Barbet can have a litter of 13-15 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.

A New Shep can have a litter of 4-12 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.

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

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

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

The New Shep breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Perianal Fistulas
Degenerative Myelopathy
Subaortic Stenosis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Demodectic Mange
Cherry Eye
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Pemphigus
Urolithiasis
Seborrhea
Pannus
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Footpad Disorder
Platelet Dysfunction
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Pyoderma

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Myelography (Dye And X-Ray to Assess The Spinal Cord)

Barbets are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Barbet, 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 New Shep, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Barbets 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 New Sheps 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.

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

New Sheps 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.

Barbet 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, New Shep should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder

The average cost of a Barbet is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Barbet 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.

The average per month expenses of a New Shep 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.

Barbets have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

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

New Sheps are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Barbets are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Barbets are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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

New Sheps are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.