Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Spirited
Cheerful

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Welsh Terrier and Labrador Retriever

Shetland Sheepdog and Poodle

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Blue
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Cream

Black
White
Pied
Sable
Blue
Brown
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver

Wiry

Curly

A Weltador can have a litter of 5-10 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 Sheltidoodle 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.

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Sebaceous Adenitis
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Otitis Externa
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Deafness
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Eye
Elbow
Blood Test
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Hip

Eye Examination
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Blood and Urine Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

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

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

Weltadors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Weltadors 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.

Sheltidoodles 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 Weltador, it's at least 15 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 Sheltidoodle, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Weltador requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper

The average cost of a Weltador is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Weltador is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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 Sheltidoodle 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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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