Curious
Loving
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Watchful
Reserved

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

Dane Shepherds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Sheltidoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Great Dane, German Shepherd

Shetland Sheepdog and Poodle

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Black
Brindle
Blue
White
Cream
Gray
Sable

Black
White
Pied
Sable
Blue
Brown
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver

Straight

Curly

A Dane 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.

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.

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

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

Dane 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.

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

Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

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

None

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

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests
Allergy Testing

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

Dane Shepherd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Dane Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Play, Walks, Beach walks, Parks, Adventures, Tug of war, Running, Wrestling, Swimming, Walk, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Snuggle, Wrestle

Playing

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dane Shepherd, it's at least 11 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 Sheltidoodle, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Dane Shepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper

For an average 65-110 pound (29 - 50 kg) Dane Shepherd feed 3 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 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.

The average cost of a Dane Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Dane Shepherd 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.

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.

Dane Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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