Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming

Brave
Confident
Fearless
Intelligent
Playful
Bright
Energetic
Friendly
Loyal

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

Boxers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Choose a Boxer if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Shiba Inu and Shetland Sheepdog

Mastiff, Livestock Dog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

Unknown

1800s

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Pied
Red
Brown
Sable
Cream

Black
White
Fawn
Brindle

Sheltie Inus have medium-length coats.

Boxers have short coats.

A Sheltie Inu 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 Boxer can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Cardiomyopathy
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Corneal Opacities
Degenerative Myelopathy

Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Corneal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Gastric Torsion
Colitis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Cvi (Wobbler’S Syndrome)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism

Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Analysis
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Cardiac
Hip
Blood
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

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

Boxers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Sheltie Inu has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

Boxers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Boxers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Catch, Hiking, Squeaky Toys

Walk, Run, Jog, Training, Grooming, Eating out, Wubba, Fetch, Hike, Running, Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Digging, Eating Snacks, Jumping, Jumping around, Walks, He liked to run, Back rubs, Fast walking, Playing, Hiking, Playing catch, Cuddling, Chase, Tug-of-war, Chew, Nap, Go to Park

Sheltie Inus 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.

Boxers 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 Sheltie Inu, 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 Boxer, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Sheltie Inus 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 Boxers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Sheltie Inus 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.

The Boxer is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Boxer 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
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-24 pound (8 - 11 kg) Sheltie Inu 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.

For an average 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) Boxer 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 Sheltie Inu is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Boxer is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Sheltie Inu is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

The average per month expenses of a Boxer is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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.

Sheltie Inus are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Boxers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Sheltie Inus are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

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