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

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

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

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

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

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

United States

United States

Poodle and Silky Terrier

Shetland Sheepdog, Collie

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

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

Unknown

2001

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Sable
Silver
Fawn

Black
Brown
White
Red
Blue
Pied

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

Coshelties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Poolky can have a litter of 3-5 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.

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.

Poolkys are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Periodontal Disease

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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

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

Poolkys need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

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

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

Poolkys 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Poolky, it's at least 7 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 Cosheltie, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Poolkys 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 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.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-20 pound (4 - 9 kg) Poolky feed 0.7 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 22-30 pound (10 - 14 kg) Cosheltie 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.

The average cost of a Poolky is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Poolky 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 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.

Poolky is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Cosheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Poolkys make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

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

Poolkys are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Coshelties are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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