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

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Steady
Companionable
Spirited
Assertive
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Sheltidoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Hava-Apsos 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.

Avoid Hava-Apsos as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Shetland Sheepdog and Poodle

Lhasa Apso and Havanese

Unknown

2000s

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
White
Pied
Sable
Blue
Brown
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Brindle

Sheltidoodles have medium-length coats.

Hava-Apsos are known for their coat length.

Curly

Straight

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

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

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

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound

Sheltidoodle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Hava-Apso has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Hava-Apsos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

Playing

Chase, Fetch, Run, Running outside, Walk

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.

Hava-Apsos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Hava-Apso dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Hava-Apso, 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 Hava-Apsos 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.

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

Hava-Apsos 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
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Hava-Apso is somewhere $1.40 - $2.50 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 Hava-Apso is between $42 - $74. This makes an average of $504 - $888 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.

Hava-Apso has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Hava-Apsos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Hava-Apsos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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