Gentle
Easygoing
Protective
Calm

Active
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless

Hanover Hounds are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Liam Hound, Bloodhound

Welsh Sheepdog and Great Pyrenees

17th Century

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Brindle

Black
White
Red
Brown
Gray

A Hanover Hound can have a litter of 10-14 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.

Hanover Hounds may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

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

The Hanover Hound 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.

While the Great Cambrian Shepherd breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Ear Infections
Entropion
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease

Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Entropion
Cataracts
Dermatomyositis
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
Ulcerative Dermatosis

OFA
CERF
Yearly Physical Examination

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

Hanover Hounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Walk, Eating Snacks, Play, Run

Runs on beach

Hanover Hounds 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 Hanover Hound, it's at least 12 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 Hanover Hounds 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.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-100 pound (36 - 45 kg) Hanover Hound feed 2.8 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 Hanover Hound 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 Hanover Hound 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 and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

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

Hanover Hounds 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.

Hanover Hounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Hanover Hounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

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

Hanover Hounds may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

The Great Cambrian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.