Shelchon

Dog Breed Profile

Shelchon History

The Shelchon is a cross between the Shetland Sheepdog and the Cocker Spaniel. The unusual-looking Shelchon is a rare hybrid that resulted from a breeding program between 50 purebred Shetland Sheepdogs and 50 purebred cocker spaniels at the Bear Creek Kennel in 1979. The breeding program aimed to produce a dog that would combine the herding and retrieving instincts of the sheepdog with the pointing and retrieving instincts of the cocker spaniel.

Time of Origin

Unknown

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

Shetland Sheepdog, Bichon Frise

Shelchon Physical Characteristics

The Shelchon is a medium-sized, long-haired, wheaten colored, toy breed that typically stands between 11 and 14 inches tall at the shoulder and weighs between 6 and 10 pounds. They have a sturdy, compact, slightly elongated body shape and a smooth, thick, red, wheat-colored, or tricolored fur. They have a straight wedge-shaped head with a blunt muzzle. The Shelchon has large, expressive eyes that are typically blue, gold, or hazel in color. They have a thick, hanging, ruff of long, flowing hair around their neck and chin and a straight, bushy tail that is carried low. Their ears are long and covered in fur.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

White, Brown, Fawn, Black, Sable

Height Range

Male Height Range: 10 – 12 inches

Female Height Range: 9 – 11 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 15 – 25 lbs

Female Weight Range: 13 – 23 lbs

Shelchon Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

12-15 yrs

Shelchon Health Concerns

Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Hip Dysplasia, Dermatomyositis, Patellar Luxation, Cataracts, Urolithiasis, Allergies, Hemophilia, Dental Disease, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease, Collie Eye Anomaly

Shelchon Temperament and Behaviour

The Shelchon is intelligent, confident, and sociable. They are extremely devoted and devoted to their families and very protective of them. They are gentle and tolerant with children and are also tolerant of other household pets. They are playful and energetic, but also love to relax and be lazy.

Shelchon Activity Requirements

A Sheltie is a cheerful, friendly dog that was originally bred as a herding dog. They are strong, intelligent, and loyal, making them a popular companion dog. Shelties are happiest when they are involved in their family’s activities and are treated like one of the kids. While a Sheltie doesn’t need a ton of exercise and will be happy with a short walk or a game of fetch, they do need to have a job to do. A bored Sheltie can become destructive and unhappy. A Sheltie is a high-energy, adaptable breed that can do well with an active family or a single person. They will need at least an hour of exercise each day and prefer to be outside whenever possible.