Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Stubborn
Aloof
Independent
Clownish
Protective
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Quiet
Detached

Pug and Shetland Sheepdog

Chow Chow and American Pit Bull Terrier

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Fawn
Blue
Brown
Black
Gray

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

Chowpits have medium-length coats.

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 Chowpit can have a litter of 3-6 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.

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

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

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 Chowpit 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)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Dermatomyositis
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Entropion
Cataracts

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

X-Rays
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

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

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

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.

Chowpits 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 Chowpit, it's at least 10 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 Chowpits usually need at least 75 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.

Chowpit 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
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 40-70 pound (18 - 32 kg) Chowpit 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 Sheltie Pug is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average cost of a Chowpit is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Chowpit 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.

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

Chowpits have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Chowpits have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Chowpits are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Chowpits are not dog-friendly.

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

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