Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Cheerful
Extroverted

Shelesties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Shelesties as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Pom-A-Pugs aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

Germany

West Highland White Terrier and Shetland Sheepdog

Pomeranian, Pug

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

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

1990s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn
Cream
White

Black
Fawn
Brown

Wavy

Straight

A Shelestie 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 Pom-A-Pug 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Pateller Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Collie Eye Anomaly

Skin Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Sick Sinus Syndrome

Blood
Hearing
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Hip and Knee

Ear Examination
Complete Blood Profile
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations

Shelestie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Shelesties require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Pom-A-Pugs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Shelestie, 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 Pom-A-Pug, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Shelesties have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Pom-A-Pug has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Shelestie 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.

For an average 3-18 pound (1 - 8 kg) Pom-A-Pug 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.

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

The average cost of a Pom-A-Pug is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Shelestie is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Pom-A-Pug 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.

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.

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

Pom-A-Pugs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Pom-A-Pugs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Pom-A-Pugs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Shelesties are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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

Pom-A-Pugs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.