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Friendly
Sweet
Tempered
Cheerful
Outgoing
Tolerant

Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

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

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

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Brindle

Harriers have short coats.

Sheltie Pugs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Harrier can have a litter of 10-12 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 Sheltie Pug can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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

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

The Harrier is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

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

Hip Dysplasia

Von Willebrand's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Necrotizing Meningoencephalitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Eye Disease

Entropion
Dermatomyositis
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

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Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
DNA

Harriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Sheltie Pugs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

Harriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Sheltie Pugs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Harriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Harrier, it's at least 12 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 Sheltie Pug, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Harriers 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 Sheltie Pugs 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.

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

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

Harrier 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

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

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Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Harrier 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 20-30 pound (9 - 14 kg) Sheltie Pug feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Harrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Sheltie Pug is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Harrier is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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 Sheltie Pug is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 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.

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

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

Harriers are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

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

The Harrier is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

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

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

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

Harriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Sheltie Pugs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.