Playful
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding

Active
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Cheerful

United States

United States

Shetland Sheepdog, Collie

Cairn Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier

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

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®

2001

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Red
Blue
Pied

Red
Brindle
Black
Gray

Coshelties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Jacairns have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Cosheltie can have a litter of 4-8 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 Jacairn can have a litter of 2-10 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.

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

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

Deafness
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Cryptorchidism
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

Hip And Eyes
X-Rays
Full Body Examination
Thyroid Testing

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

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

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

Jacairns are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Coshelties bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cosheltie, it's at least 10 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 Jacairn, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Coshelties 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.

In general most Jacairns 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.

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

The Jacairn requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Jacairn 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 22-30 pound (10 - 14 kg) Cosheltie 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.

For an average 12-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Jacairn 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.

The average cost of a Cosheltie is somewhere $2.80 - $3.50 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Cosheltie is between $84 - $105. This makes an average of $1008 - $1260 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 Jacairn 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.

Cosheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Jacairn is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

Coshelties are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Jacairns can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

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

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

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

Jacairns are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.