Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Merry
Trusting
Joyful
Sociable
Aggressive

Independent
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Dominant
Lively
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Quiet
Respectful

Australian Cattle Dog and Cocker Spaniel

Saint Bernard and Irish Terrier

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Black
White

Red
White
Fawn

A Blue Spaniel can have a litter of 4-7 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.

An Irish Saint Terrier 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.

Blue Spaniels are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

PRA
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Deafness
Cataracts

None Known

Hearing
X-Rays
CT Scan
Ophthalmic Exam
Orthopedic
Arthroscopy
Urine and Blood Analysis
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Blue Spaniel has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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

Blue Spaniels 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.

Irish Saint Terriers 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 Blue Spaniel, it's at least 9 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 Irish Saint Terrier, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Blue Spaniels 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.

In general most Irish Saint Terriers 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.

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

Irish Saint Terriers 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.

Blue Spaniel 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, Irish Saint Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 28-45 pound (13 - 20 kg) Blue Spaniel 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 90-120 pound (41 - 54 kg) Irish Saint Terrier 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 Blue Spaniel is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Irish Saint Terrier is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Blue Spaniel 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 an Irish Saint Terrier 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.

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

Irish Saint Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Irish Saint Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Blue Spaniels are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Irish Saint Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.