Poshiess make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a Himalayan Sheepdog 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.

United States

Nepal
India

Pomeranian, Shetland Sheepdog

Tibetan Mastiff, Kinnaur Sheepdog of Tibet

2000's

Ancient Times

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Fawn
White
Brown
Sable
Red
Brindle
Blue
Black
Cream

Black
Brown
Fawn

Poshiess are known for their coat length.

Himalayan Sheepdogs have medium-length coats.

A Poshies 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 Himalayan Sheepdog can have a litter of 9-14 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.

Deafness
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Eyelid Defects
Color Dilution Alopecia
Microphthalmia
Corneal Dystrophy
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism

Elbow Dysplasia
Arthritis
Canine Glaucoma

Hip X-Rays
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Hearing and Ear Tests
DNA for VWD

Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Full Physical Examination
Blood Chemistry
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Poshiess' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Himalayan Sheepdogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Poshiess need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Himalayan Sheepdogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

Run, Road trip, Tug-of-war, Chase, Fetch, Nap time

Playing, Rope game, Chase, Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Hide and seek, Go to Park

Poshiess 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.

Himalayan Sheepdogs 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Poshies, it's at least 7 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 Himalayan Sheepdog, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Poshiess 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 Himalayan Sheepdogs usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Poshiess 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 Himalayan Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-25 pound (2 - 11 kg) Poshies 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.

For an average 62-84 pound (28 - 38 kg) Himalayan Sheepdog 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.

The average cost of a Poshies is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Himalayan Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Poshies 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.

The average per month expenses of a Himalayan Sheepdog 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.

Poshies is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Himalayan Sheepdog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

Himalayan Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Himalayan Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.