Curious
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Watchful

Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

United States

United States

Rottweiler, German Shepherd

Pug and Shetland Sheepdog

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Blue
Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Shepweilers have medium-length coats.

Sheltie Pugs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Shepweiler can have a litter of 8-12 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 Sheltie Pug 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.

Shepweilers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Sheltie Pugs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Von Willebrand's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Necrotizing Meningoencephalitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Entropion
Ectropion
Panosteitis
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Entropion
Dermatomyositis
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Cardiac Ultrasound
Diagnostic Imaging
Electromyography (EMG)

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
DNA

Shepweiler has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Sheltie Pug has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

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

Playing, Walking, Ball toss, Wrestling, Fetch, Walk, Dog Parks, Running, Jogging, Play, Swim, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Tricks, Ball, Walks, Cuddle and ball, Tracking, Go on Vacation, Snuggling, Playdate, Catch treats, Bath time, Cuddling, Playing outside

Play with Toys, Fetch, Cuddle, Run

Shepweilers 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.

Sheltie Pugs 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 Shepweiler, 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 Sheltie Pug, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Shepweiler has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Shepweiler 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

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

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-115 pound (34 - 52 kg) Shepweiler feed 3.5 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 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) Sheltie Pug feed 1.5 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 Shepweiler is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 per day.

The average cost of a Sheltie Pug is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Shepweiler is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 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 Sheltie Pug is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 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.

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.

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

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

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

Sheltie Pugs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Sheltie Pugs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Sheltie Pugs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Sheltie Pugs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.