What should I know about raising a Sheltie-Lab mix?

Answer by  Jill13 (263)

Sheltie-Lab mixes are very intelligent, but also very energetic dogs. They have a great temperament and generally bark very little, but should be given plenty of opportunity to run and play in order to keep them happy.

Answer by  ramoskenneth285 (631)

These two breed of dogs are both energetic and sweet tempered that is why it is excellent for families with children.

Answer by  Anonymous

we had a labshelty that lived 17 years was about 45 lbs great with kids didn't shed minimal barking very mellow best dog i ever had

Answer by  katharine (3981)

A sheltie lab mix will have personality traits of both shelties and labs, so be sure to educate yourself on both breeds before you get one. Raising dogs is for the most part pretty similar regardless of the breed.

Answer by  champaign9497 (11977)

If you get it as a puppy you just raise the puppy the way you want it to be as an adult.

Answer by  bdbolin (167)

Shelties and Labs are both sweet tempered breeds, excellent for families with children. Depending on how prominent the Sheltie genes are, you may have to do a good deal of grooming on the coat. Also, Shelties and Labs are both active dogs, so regular outdoor exercise will be a must.

Answer by  Bones (105)

Both shelties and labs are high energy dogs. Both also have relatively short attention spans. However, with consistant training and sufficient exercise you should have a loyal and loving pet

Answer by  dtb (257)

Sheltie-Lab mixes are very smart but also very hyper dogs. They have a great temperament and generally bark very little, but should be given plenty of opportunity to run and play in order to keep them happy, as every dog needs.

Answer by  daceywatts (73)

Labs tends to be well rounded dogs, with lots of energy and intelligence. Shelties tend to be a people pleaser and intelligent breed. One should expect a mix to be intelligent, trainable, loving and full of energy. The mixed dog will more than likely be a very social dog. One should also expect the mix to do well with children.

Answer by  Startwearinggreen (340)

That just like any other dog they need love and affection. I don't see any need for any special services, just because it is a mixed breed.

Answer by  Anonymous

Sheltie lab mixes usually get to be nearly 45 pounds my lab sheltie is now 37 pounds and year old