Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Social
Fearless
Good-natured
Cheerful
Quiet

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

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

United States

United States

Pug and Shetland Sheepdog

Cane Corso Italiano and Rottweiler

2000s

Unknown

Blue
Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Fawn
Brindle
Sable
Red

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

Rotticorsos 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 Rotticorso 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.

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

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

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

Entropion
Demodectic Mange
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Entropion
Dermatomyositis
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Elbow Dysplasia
Cherry Eye

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

Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Biochemistry Profile
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

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

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

Play with Toys, Fetch, Cuddle, Run

Walk, Playing fetch, Tug o war, Going on walks, Tug of war, Walks, Training, Off leash, Sticks, Beach, Dog Parks, Hikes, Balls, Snuggles, Playdate, Tug-of-war, Everything, Car rides, Fetch, Nap, Dig, Find, Ball, Hiding treats, Walking in

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 Rotticorso, it's at least 14 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 Rotticorsos usually need at least 80 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The Rotticorso is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Rotticorso 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
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 80-120 pound (36 - 54 kg) Rotticorso 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 Rotticorso is somewhere $2.50 - $3.10 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 Rotticorso is between $55 - $76. This makes an average of $660 - $912 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.

Rotticorsos 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.

Rotticorsos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Rotticorsos 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.

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

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

Rotticorsos are not very stranger friendly.

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

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