Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Stubborn
Independent
Clownish
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Fearless
Good-natured

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

Pitweilers 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 Pitweiler 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.

Shetland Sheepdog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Rottweiler, American Pit Bull Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Sable
White

Black
Brindle
Blue
Fawn
Brown
Sable
Red
White

Pembroke Shelties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Pitweilers 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 Pitweiler can have a litter of 8-12 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.

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

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

Demodectic Mange
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)

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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Pancreatitis
Cleft Lip or Palate
Zinc Responsive Dermatosis
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

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

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Genetic Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

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

Pitweilers' 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.

Pitweiler 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.

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

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

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

Chase, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Walks

Playing fetch, Going for walks, Fetch, Play, Chase, Walking, Going on drives, Running, Runing,playing, Play keep away, Training, Walk, Cuddles, Tug of war, Sneak a boo

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 Pitweiler, it's at least 10 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 Pitweilers 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 Pitweiler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 85-100 pound (39 - 45 kg) Pitweiler 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.

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

The average cost of a Pitweiler 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 Pitweiler 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.

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.

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

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

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

Pitweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Pitweilers 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.

Pitweilers are not dog-friendly.

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

Pitweilers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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