Curious
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Watchful
Elegant
Hard working
Herding

Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Cheerful

Shollies shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Shollies make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid Shelchons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Collie, German Shepherd

Bichon Frise and Shetland Sheepdog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
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
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Sable
White
Brown
Fawn

White
Brown
Fawn
Black
Sable

Shollies have medium-length coats.

Shelchons are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

A Shollie can have a litter of 6-10 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 Shelchon 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.

Shollies 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 Shelchon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Hemophilia
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collie Eye Anomaly

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
Hearing
Heart
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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

Shelchon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

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

Shollie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Shelchons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Road trip, Walk, Fetch, Bike ride, Run, Frisbee, Swim, Tug-of-war, Chase, Hide & Seek, Dog Parks, Ball, Snuggle, Training, Play, Snuggling, Walks, Play keep away, Rope, Playing, Running

Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Frisbee

Shollies 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.

Shelchons 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 Shollie, it's at least 12 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 Shelchon, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shollies 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 Shelchons 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.

Shollies 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.

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

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

Shelchon 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
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Shollie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Shollie is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $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.

The average per month expenses of a Shelchon 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.

Shollie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Shelchon is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Shollies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

The Shollie is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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