Playful
Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Outright
Tempered
Cheerful

Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Clever

United States

United States

Bloodhound and Labrador Retriever

Miniature Pinscher and Shetland Sheepdog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000's

Hazel
Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
White

Brown
Black
Red
White

A Labloodhound 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 Sheltie Pin 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.

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

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

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

Gastric Torsion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Microphthalmia
Cryptorchidism
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

X-Rays
CT or MRI scan
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Chemical Analysis
Ophthalmic Examination
Physical and Neurologic Examination

Dna For Pra
Blood Analysis
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA for VWD

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

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

Labloodhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Walk, Run, Play, Swim, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Frisbee

Fetch, Hiking, Running, Hide & Seek, Chase, Tug-of-war, Walks

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Labloodhound, it's at least 20 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 Sheltie Pin, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Labloodhound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Labloodhound 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

In general Sheltie Pin should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-105 pound (34 - 48 kg) Labloodhound 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.

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Sheltie Pin 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 Labloodhound is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Sheltie Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Labloodhound 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.

The average per month expenses of a Sheltie Pin 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sheltie Pins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Labloodhounds are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

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

Sheltie Pins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.