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

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Gentle
Keen
Cheerful
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright

Shetland Sheepdog and Poodle

French Bulldog and Bichon Frise

Unknown

Late 1900s

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Pied
Sable
Blue
Brown
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver

Cream
White
Fawn
Brindle

Curly

Wavy

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 Frenchie Bichon 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.

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

Pulmonic Stenosis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Skeletal/Joint Conditions

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

Urolithiasis
Hemophilia
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Eye conditions

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

Physical Examination
Biopsy
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood and Urine Tests
Hormone Analysis
Cardiac Test
Clinical Exam

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

Frenchie Bichons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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 Frenchie Bichon, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Sheltidoodles usually need at least 60 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 Frenchie Bichons usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Frenchie Bichons 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.

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

Frenchie Bichon 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
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 15-22 pound (7 - 10 kg) Frenchie Bichon 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 Frenchie Bichon is somewhere $1.00 - $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 Frenchie Bichon 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.

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.

Frenchie Bichons 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.

Frenchie Bichons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Frenchie Bichons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

Frenchie Bichons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.