Active
Playful
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Good-natured

Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Willful

Shetland Sheepdog, Miniature Australian Shepherd

German Wirehaired Pointer and English Springer Spaniel

Unknown

​Unknown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
White
Brindle
Cream
Gray
Fawn
Blue

White
Brown
Black
Pied

Shel-Aussies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

German Wirehaired Sprointers have short coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Shel-Aussie can have a litter of 6-9 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 German Wirehaired Sprointer can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly
Corneal Dystrophy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts

Entropion
Ectropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Diabetes
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Corneal Dystrophy
Cutaneous Asthenia

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Radiographs
Urinalysis
Fluorescein Test
Complete Blood Profile
Intraocular Pressure
Blood Work
Complete Blood Count
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
DNA Test
Electroretinogram

Hip X-Rays
Dna For Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Eye Examinations
Blood Work

Shel-Aussies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Shel-Aussies 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.

German Wirehaired Sprointers 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 Shel-Aussie, it's at least 10 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 German Wirehaired Sprointer, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shel-Aussies 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.

In general most German Wirehaired Sprointers usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 30-65 pound (14 - 29 kg) Shel-Aussie 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 50-70 pound (23 - 32 kg) German Wirehaired Sprointer 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 Shel-Aussie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a German Wirehaired Sprointer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Shel-Aussie 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 German Wirehaired Sprointer 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.

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

German Wirehaired Sprointers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Shel-Aussies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

German Wirehaired Sprointers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Shel-Aussies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are highly friendly around strangers.

Shel-Aussies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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