Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Trustworthy

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Spirited
Cheerful

Goldenshires are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Toy Fo-Chons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Golden Retriever and Yorkshire Terrier

Bichon Frise and Toy Fox Terrier

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Brown
Black
Blue

Black
White
Brown

Goldenshires have medium-length coats.

Toy Fo-Chons are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

A Goldenshire 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.

A Toy Fo-Chon can have a litter of 2-6 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.

Goldenshires 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 Toy Fo-Chon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Inverterbral Disc Degeneration

None Known

Allergies
Eye Problems
Dental Disease

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Wellness Check
Eye and Ear Examination

Goldenshires are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Goldenshires 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.

Toy Fo-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 Goldenshire, 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 Toy Fo-Chon, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Goldenshires 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 Toy Fo-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.

Goldenshires 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.

The Toy Fo-Chon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Goldenshire should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

In general Toy Fo-Chon should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Goldenshire 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 7-12 pound (3 - 5 kg) Toy Fo-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 Goldenshire is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Toy Fo-Chon is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Goldenshire 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 Toy Fo-Chon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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

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

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

Toy Fo-Chons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Goldenshires are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Toy Fo-Chons are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.