Playful
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Crested Cockers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Chinese Crested and Cocker Spaniel

Pug and Shetland Sheepdog

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Cream
White
Brown
Red
Silver

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Crested Cockers have medium-length coats.

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

Wavy

Straight

A Crested Cocker can have a litter of 2-5 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 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.

Crested Cockers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

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

Deafness

Entropion
Dermatomyositis
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Hearing
Orthopedic
Urine and Blood Analysis
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ophthalmic

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

Crested Cockers 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Crested Cocker, it's at least 7 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 Sheltie Pug, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Crested Cockers 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.

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.

Crested Cocker 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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-25 pound (8 - 11 kg) Crested Cocker 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.

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.

The average cost of a Crested Cocker is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a Sheltie Pug is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Crested Cocker is between $42 - $50. This makes an average of $504 - $600 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 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.

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

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

Crested Cockers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

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

Crested Cockers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

Crested Cockers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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

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