Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Spirited
Cheerful

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

Fo-Chons 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.

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

United States

United States

Pug and Shetland Sheepdog

Bichon Frise, Toy Fox Terrier

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Blue
Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
White
Pied
Fawn

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

Fo-Chons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Fo-Chon can have a litter of 2-6 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 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 Fo-Chon 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

Entropion
Dermatomyositis
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Cataracts
Atopic Dermatitis

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Tests

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

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

Play with Toys, Fetch, Cuddle, Run

Go to Beach, Walk

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.

Fo-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.

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 Fo-Chon, it's at least 7 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 Fo-Chons 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.

Fo-Chon 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
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 7-14 pound (3 - 6 kg) Fo-Chon feed 2 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 Fo-Chon is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Fo-Chon is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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 Sheltie Pug is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Fo-Chons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Fo-Chons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Fo-Chons 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.

Fo-Chons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.