Unfortunately, the Pembroke Sheltie is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Silkchons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Gentle
Joyful
Inquisitive
Cheerful

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

Silkchons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Silkchons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Shetland Sheepdog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Bichon Frise, Silky Terrier

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®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Sable
White

Fawn
White
Silver
Cream

Pembroke Shelties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Silkchons are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

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 Silkchon can have a litter of 3-5 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Liver Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease
Hyperadrenocorticism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

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

Allergies

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

Chest X-rays
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Biochemistry Panel Tests
Clinical Exam
Eye and Ear Examination

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

Silkchons' 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.

Silkchon 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.

Silkchons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Silkchons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Silkchons 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, Walking, Go to Park, Walk

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.

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

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 Silkchon, it's at least 4 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 Silkchons usually need at least 30 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.

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

Pembroke Sheltie 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

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
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 9-12 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silkchon 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.

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

The average cost of a Silkchon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 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 Silkchon 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.

Pembroke Sheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Silkchons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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.

Silkchons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Silkchons 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.

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

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

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

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

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