Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Inquisitive
Spirited

Curious
Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Watchful

United States

United States

American Rat Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier

Shetland Sheepdog and German Shepherd

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

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

2000's

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
White

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers have short coats.

Sheltie Shepherds are known for their coat length.

A Toy Foxy Rat Terrier can have a litter of 2-6 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.

A Sheltie Shepherd 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.

While the Toy Foxy Rat Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Sheltie Shepherds typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lens Luxation
Elbow
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Demodectic Mange
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Color Dilution Alopecia
Dental Problems

Patellar Luxation
Panosteitis
Perianal Fistulas
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Dental Examination
Skin Evaluation
Full Physical Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays
DNA for VWD
Heart Testing
Knee X-Rays

Hearing
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
Electromyography (EMG)
DNA

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

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

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Walk, Eating Snacks, Play

Walking, Toy

Toy Foxy Rat 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.

Sheltie Shepherds 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.

In general most Toy Foxy Rat Terriers usually need at least 180 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 Sheltie Shepherds usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Sheltie Shepherds 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.

Toy Foxy Rat Terrier 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, Sheltie Shepherd should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Toy Foxy Rat Terrier 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.

For an average 55-65 pound (25 - 29 kg) Sheltie Shepherd 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.

The average cost of a Toy Foxy Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Sheltie Shepherd is somewhere $2.20 - $3.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Toy Foxy Rat Terrier 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.

The average per month expenses of a Sheltie Shepherd is between $67 - $101. This makes an average of $804 - $1212 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 and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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

Sheltie Shepherds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Toy Foxy Rat Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Sheltie Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.