Unfortunately, the Sheltidoodle is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Crusties are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Playful
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

Sheltidoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Crusties shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

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

Shetland Sheepdog and Poodle

Yorkshire Terrier and Chinese Crested

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Pied
Sable
Blue
Brown
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver

Brown
Black

Sheltidoodles have medium-length coats.

Crusties have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Curly

Straight

Sheltidoodles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Crusties are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Crusties 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

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

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

None

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

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound

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

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

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

Crusties have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

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

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.

Crusties 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 Sheltidoodle, it's at least 14 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 Crustie, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Crusties 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 7-13 pound (3 - 6 kg) Crustie 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.

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

The average cost of a Crustie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Crustie is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

Sheltidoodle is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Crusties are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Crusties make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Crusties have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Crusties 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.

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

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

Crusties are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Sheltidoodles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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