Active
Loving
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Fearless
Good-natured
Spirited

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle

United States

United States

Miniature Australian Shepherd and Miniature Schnauzer

West Highland White Terrier and Shetland Sheepdog

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

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

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Straight

Wavy

A Miniature Schnauzzie can have a litter of 3-6 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 Shelestie 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.

While the Miniature Schnauzzie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Shelesties 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
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Urinary Stones

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hearing

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Collie Eye Anomaly

Buccal Mucosal Screening
Full Physical Examination
Ophthalmic Examination
Blood Tests and Blood Count
Hearing and Ear Tests
Urinalysis and Urine Culture
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Blood
Hearing
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Hip and Knee

Miniature Schnauzzies' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Miniature Schnauzzies need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Miniature Schnauzzies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Miniature Schnauzzies are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Miniature Schnauzzies 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.

Shelesties 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Miniature Schnauzzie, it's at least 12 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 Shelestie, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Miniature Schnauzzies usually need at least 70 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 Shelesties 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.

Miniature Schnauzzies 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.

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

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

Shelestie 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-26 pound (5 - 12 kg) Miniature Schnauzzie feed 1.5 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 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Shelestie 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 Miniature Schnauzzie is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Miniature Schnauzzie is between $36 - $49. This makes an average of $432 - $588 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 Shelestie 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.

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

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

Miniature Schnauzzies are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Miniature Schnauzzies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

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