Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

Avoid Cava-Chins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Sheltie Shepherds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Japanese Chin and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Shetland Sheepdog and German Shepherd

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
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.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
Red
Fawn
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Cava-Chins have medium-length coats.

Sheltie Shepherds are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

A Cava-Chin 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.

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 Cava-Chin 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
Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

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

Cataracts

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Cava-Chin 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.

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

Sheltie Shepherds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Cava-Chins are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Cava-Chins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cava-Chin, it's at least 6 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 Shepherd, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cava-Chins 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.

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 Cava-Chin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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.

Cava-Chin 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Cava-Chin 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 Cava-Chin 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 Cava-Chin 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.

Cava-Chin has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Sheltie Shepherd is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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.

Cava-Chins 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.

Cava-Chins 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.

Cava-Chins 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.

Cava-Chins are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Cava-Chins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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