Affectionate
Playful
Inquisitive

Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

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

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

Choose a Doxle if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Pembroke Shelties aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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Beagle, Dachshund

Shetland Sheepdog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Not recognized by any clubs.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
White

Brown
Red
Sable
White

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

Pembroke Shelties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Doxle can have a litter of 12-14 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 Pembroke Sheltie can have a litter of 6-7 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.

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

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Deafness
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

Deafness
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Cushing's Disease

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Familial Nephropathy
Degenerative Myelopathy
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Work
Serum Chemistry
Spinal Tap
Neurologic Exam
Ophthalmic Examination

Complete Blood Count
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
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
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

Doxles thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Pembroke Shelties are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

Doxles need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Pembroke Shelties need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Doxles are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Doxle dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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

Running, Playing tricks, Walk, Playing Ball, Tug-of-war, Playing fetch, Walking, Car rides, Fetch, Walks, Play, Cuddlin

Chase, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Walks

Doxles are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Doxle dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Pembroke Shelties 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 Doxle, it's at least 4 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 Pembroke Sheltie, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Doxles usually need at least 35 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 Pembroke Shelties usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 18-30 pound (8 - 14 kg) Doxle 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 11-30 pound (5 - 14 kg) Pembroke Sheltie feed 2.5 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 Doxle is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Doxle 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 Pembroke Sheltie 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.

Doxle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Pembroke Sheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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.

Doxles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

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

Doxles are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

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

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

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

Doxles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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

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