Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Assertive
Intelligent
Mellow
Energetic
Lively
Stubborn

Sheltie Pugs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Berger Picards are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Sheltie Pugs aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

United States

France

Pug and Shetland Sheepdog

Sheepdog

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

2000s

800 AD

Blue
Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Fawn
Gray

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

Berger Picards have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

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.

A Berger Picard can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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

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

Sheltie Pugs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Berger Picards are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Dermatomyositis
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Collie Eye Anomaly

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

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Sheltie Pugs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Berger Picards thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

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

Berger Picards need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Berger Picards are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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.

Berger Picards 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 Sheltie Pug, it's at least 8 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 Berger Picard, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Sheltie Pugs 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 Berger Picards usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 51-71 pound (23 - 32 kg) Berger Picard feed 2.5 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 Sheltie Pug is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

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

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.

The average per month expenses of a Berger Picard 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Berger Picards can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Berger Picards make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

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

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

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

Berger Picards are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Berger Picards are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.