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

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

Curious
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Watchful

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Spirited
Cheerful

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

Wel-Chons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Doberman Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Wel-Chons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher

Bichon Frise, Welsh Terrier

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
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IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black

Cream
White
Fawn

Straight

Curly

A Doberman 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.

A Wel-Chon can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Doberman Shepherds typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Elbow Dysplasia
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Skin Allergies
Bladder Stones
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Gastric Torsion
Osteosarcoma
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Pannus
Progressive Posterior Paresis
Perianal Fistulas
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Dermatitis

Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Flea Allergy
Canine Glaucoma

Cardiac
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
DNA Test
Hip

Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

Doberman Shepherd has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Wel-Chon has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Doberman Shepherds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Wel-Chons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

Doberman Shepherds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Wel-Chon is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Doberman 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.

Wel-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 Doberman Shepherd, 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 Wel-Chon, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Doberman 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.

In general most Wel-Chons usually need at least 30 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 Doberman Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Wel-Chons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Hemostat
Nail Clipper

Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 90-110 pound (41 - 50 kg) Doberman 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.

For an average 12-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Wel-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 Doberman Shepherd is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Doberman 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.

The average per month expenses of a Wel-Chon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

Doberman Shepherd is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Wel-Chons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The Doberman Shepherd is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Wel-Chons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Doberman Shepherds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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

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

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

Wel-Chons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.