While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Australian Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Sheltie Pug is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Courageous
Loyal
Intelligent
Companionable
Outright
Tempered
Spirited

Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Australian Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Australian Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Sheltie Pugs aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Australia

United States

Terriers, Tasmanian Dog

Pug and Shetland Sheepdog

1800s

2000s

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Red
Blue
Cream

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Australian Terriers have medium-length coats.

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

Wiry

Straight

An Australian Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Diabetes
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

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

None

Entropion
Dermatomyositis
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Blood Test
X-Rays

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

Australian Terriers 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.

Australian Terrier 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.

Australian Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Australian Terriers 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.

Chasing, Walks, Lounging

Play with Toys, Fetch, Cuddle, Run

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Terrier, 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 Australian Terriers 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.

Australian Terrier 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.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Australian Terrier feed 1 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 an Australian Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Australian Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Australian Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Australian Terriers 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.

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

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

Australian Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

Australian Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Sheltie Pugs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Australian Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Sheltie Pugs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Sheltie Pugs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Australian Terriers 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.