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

Active
Stubborn
Clownish
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Hard working
Resourceful

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

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

Shetland Sheepdog, Collie

Blue Heeler and American Pit Bull Terrier

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2001

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Blue
Black
Brown

Black
Brown
White
Red
Blue
Pied

Blue
Black
Brindle
White
Red
Fawn
Sable
Brown

Coshelties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Pit Heelers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Pit Heeler can have a litter of 5-8 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.

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

Pit Heelers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Hip Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

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

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Radiographs
Electroretinogram

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

Pit Heeler has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

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

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 Pit Heelers 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.

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

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

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

Pit Heeler 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
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Pit Heeler 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 Pit Heeler 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.

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.

Pit Heelers 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.

Pit Heelers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Pit Heelers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

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

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