Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Cheerful

Friendly
Obedient
Sociable
Hard
Working
Protective
Mannered

Avoid La-Chons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

Bichon Frise and Lhasa Apso

Scottish Collies, Nomadic Basque Sheepdogs

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Dog Registry of America Inc.

Unknown

19th Century

Blue
Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White
Brown
Black
Cream

Black
Red
Pied

La-Chons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

McNabs have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

A La-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.

A McNab can have a litter of 13-15 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.

La-Chons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

McNabs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Hip Dysplasia
Kidney Problems

None Known

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Skin Problems

Ear Infections
Multi-Drug Resistance Gene (MDR1)

Knee
Hips
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination

Ear Examination
Eye examination
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian

La-Chons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

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

La-Chons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

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

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

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

McNab dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Fetch, Dressing up, Playing Soccer, Walk, Hugs, Play, Walking, Hill climbing, Sit, Tug-of-war, Cuddling, Training, Parks, Walks, Cuddles, Kisses, Throwing a ball, Lots of cuddles, Snuggling, Playing chase, Dancing, Tricks

Dog Parks, River

La-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.

McNabs 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 La-Chon, it's at least 6 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 McNab, it's at least 18 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most La-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.

In general most McNabs 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.

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

The McNab requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

McNab should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-20 pound (4 - 9 kg) La-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.

For an average 35-65 pound (16 - 29 kg) McNab 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 La-Chon is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a McNab is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a La-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.

The average per month expenses of a McNab 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.

La-Chon has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

McNabs 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.

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

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

La-Chons make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

McNabs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

McNabs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

La-Chons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

McNabs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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