Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Obedient

Sheltidoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Braque d'Auvergnes are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Sheltidoodles aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Braque d'Auvergnes are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Shetland Sheepdog and Poodle

Braque Francais, Gascony Pointer and Pyrenean Braque

Unknown

1700s

Blue
Brown

Hazel

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Pied
Sable
Blue
Brown
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver

Pied

Curly

Straight

A Sheltidoodle 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.

A Braque d'Auvergne can have a litter of 11-14 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 Sheltidoodle breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Sebaceous Adenitis
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Deafness
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Ear Infections
Cataracts
Aortic Stenosis

Eye Examination
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Blood and Urine Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

Cardiac
CERF
Yearly Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

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

Braque d'Auvergnes need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Playing

Tug-of-war, Walk, Hunting

Sheltidoodles 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.

Braque d'Auvergnes 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.

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

The Braque d'Auvergne is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Braque d'Auvergne 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
Scissors
Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-50 pound (18 - 23 kg) Sheltidoodle feed 2 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 49-62 pound (22 - 28 kg) Braque d'Auvergne 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 Sheltidoodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Braque d'Auvergne is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Sheltidoodle 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 Braque d'Auvergne 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.

Sheltidoodle is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Braque d'Auvergne is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

The Sheltidoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Braque d'Auvergnes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Braque d'Auvergnes are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Braque d'Auvergnes are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Sheltidoodles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Braque d'Auvergnes are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.