Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Clever

Active
Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

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

Paperanians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Miniature Pinscher and Shetland Sheepdog

Papillon, Pomeranian

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

2000's

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Brown
Black
Red
White

Black
Brown
Cream
White

Sheltie Pins have short coats.

Paperanians have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Sheltie Pin 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.

A Paperanian can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Deafness
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Microphthalmia
Cryptorchidism
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Dna For Pra
Blood Analysis
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA for VWD

Complete Blood Profile
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

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

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

Sheltie Pins sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Fetch, Hiking, Running, Hide & Seek, Chase, Tug-of-war, Walks

Walk, Run, Fetch, Hike, Tag, Tricks, Watching tv, Car trips, Chase, Tug-of-war, Cuddling, Training, Walks, Play fights, Food, Hide & Seek, Run & catch, Play, Cuddles, Run and catch, Swim

Sheltie Pins 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.

Paperanians 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 Sheltie Pin, 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 Paperanian, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Sheltie Pins 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.

In general most Paperanians usually need at least 30 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 Sheltie Pin should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Sheltie Pin 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 Paperanian is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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.

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

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

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

Paperanians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Sheltie Pins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Sheltie Pins are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

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