Playful
Agile
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Companionable
Cheerful
Athletic
Mischievous

Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Pug and Italian Greyhound

Shetland Sheepdog and Cocker Spaniel

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Fawn
Blue
Cream
Red
Sable
White
Brindle
Brown

Sable
White
Black
Brown

Puggits have short coats.

Cocker Shelties are known for their coat length.

A Puggit can have a litter of 2-4 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 Cocker Sheltie can have a litter of 6-8 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.

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

Patellar Luxation
Periodontal Disease
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

Entropion
Ectropion
Portacaval Shunt
Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Leg Fractures
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Atopy

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Atopy

Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Dental and Oral Examinations
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Hip X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Eye Examinations
Urinalysis
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count
Cardiac Ultrasound
Skin Biopsy
Electromyography (EMG)
Thyroid Panel

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

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

Cuddling, Running

Fetch, Tug of war, Chase, Walks, Toys

Puggits 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.

Cocker Shelties 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 Puggit, 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 Cocker Sheltie, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Puggits 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 Cocker Shelties 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.

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

Cocker Shelties require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Puggit feed 1 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 25-35 pound (11 - 16 kg) Cocker Sheltie 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 Puggit is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Cocker Sheltie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Puggit is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 Cocker Sheltie is between $48 - $73. This makes an average of $576 - $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.

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

Puggits have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Cocker Shelties are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Cocker Shelties are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Cocker Shelties are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Cocker Shelties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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