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

Active
Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Social
Steady
Fearless
Spirited
Assertive
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

Avoid Lhasaliers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Shiba Inu and Shetland Sheepdog

Lhasa Apso and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Blue
Brown

Hazel

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Pied
Red
Brown
Sable
Cream

Fawn
Silver
Red
Gray
Black

Sheltie Inus have medium-length coats.

Lhasaliers are known for their coat length.

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

Lhasaliers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Patellar Luxation
Cherry Eye
Sebaceous Adenitis
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Syringomyelia
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Episodic Falling
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

None Known

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

Heart
Hip & Eye
Full Physical Examination
Blood and Urine Tests

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

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

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

Lhasaliers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Walk, Run, Play, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Eating Snacks, Belly rubs, Relaxing, Tricks, Playing fetch

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.

Lhasaliers are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lhasalier 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 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 Lhasalier, it's at least 3 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 Lhasaliers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Lhasalier 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
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Sheltie Inu is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Lhasalier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

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

Lhasalier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

Sheltie Inus are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Lhasaliers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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