Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Active
Protective
Trainable
Keen
Sweet
Tempered

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

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

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

Choose a Bull Terrier 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.

United States

England

Shetland Sheepdog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Bulldog, Old English Terrier

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

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Sable
White

Fawn
White
Pied
Brindle
Red

Pembroke Shelties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Bull Terriers have short coats.

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.

A Bull Terrier can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

Bull Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

The Bull Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Deafness (Whites)
Kidney Problems
Mitral Valve Disease
Lethal Acrodermatitis

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

Entropion
Ectropion
Demodectic Mange
Eye Disease
Laryngeal Paralysis

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

Cardiac
Eye
Blood Test
Hearing (Whites)
Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
Skin Scraping

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

Bull Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

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

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

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

Chase, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Walks

Walking, Tug of war, Fetching, Playing around, Chewing, Running, Jumping, Walk, Sniffing, Fetch, Catch treats, Play, Chase, Eating Snacks, Hiking, Sleep, Camping, Tug-of-war, Beach, Cuddling

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.

Bull Terriers 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 Pembroke Sheltie, 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 Bull Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Bull Terriers 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.

Pembroke 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.

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

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

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.

The average per month expenses of a Bull Terrier 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.

Pembroke Sheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Bull Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

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

Bull Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Bull Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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

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

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

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

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