Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Tenacious

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

Border Heelers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Pug and Shetland Sheepdog

Australian Cattle Dog (Blue Heeler), Border Collie

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000s

Unknown

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 Border Heeler can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Border Heelers 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.

While the Border Heeler breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly

Entropion
Dermatomyositis
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

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

Hearing
Hip And Eyes
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

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

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

Border Heelers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Play with Toys, Fetch, Cuddle, Run

Soccer, Catch treats, Run, Dog Parks, Tug-of-war, Walks, Frisbee, Swim, Rollerblading, Ball, Running, Play, Road trip, Cuddling, Hiking, Herding, Fetch, Being lazy, Sleeping, Jog, Camping, Training, Wrestling, Playing fetch, Watching storms, Walk, Vehicle rides, Heel, Hike, Tricks

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.

Border Heelers 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.

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

The Border Heeler has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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.

Border Heelers 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.

Border Heelers 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.

Border Heelers 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.

Border Heelers 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.

Border Heelers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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