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

Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Reserved
Suspicious

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

Pit Peis are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Shetland Sheepdog, Collie

Shar-Pei 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®

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

2001

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown
White
Red
Blue
Pied

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White

Coshelties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

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 Pei 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 Peis have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Pit Peis typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia

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

X-Rays
MRI
Physical Examination
ECG
Joint Fluid Sample
Blood Work
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count

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

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

Coshelties 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.

Pit Peis 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.

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 Pit Pei, 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 Pit Peis 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 Pei has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pit Pei 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
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Pit Pei 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 Pei 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.

Pit Peis have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Pit Peis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Pit Peis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.