Educational information — awaiting veterinary review
- Typical adult weight
- 5–11 kg
- Size
- Large
- Coat
- Long، Double coat
- Energy
- Moderate
- Grooming
- Moderate
- Shedding
- High
Known colours: Tabby، Black، Red، White، Grey/blue، Cream
General temperament: Gentle, sociable giant; playful and family-friendly.
Inherited risks associated with the breed
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM)
- Hip dysplasia
- Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA)
An association with a breed does not mean an animal is affected. We never infer a medical condition from breed.
Screening to discuss with a vet
- Full veterinary examination before any decision
- Breed-specific DNA test for HCM
- Heart check (auscultation, echo when advised)
- Hip scoring (X-ray)
Explore combinations with this breed
Educational examples taken from the known crosses in our breed list, not breeding endorsements. Each one is shown with its welfare notes.
This tool is educational only and does not encourage breeding. Outcomes can't be guaranteed, and it never replaces a vet.