Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Spirited
Cheerful

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

Weltadors are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Chihuahua and Shih Tzu

Welsh Terrier and Labrador Retriever

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Isabella

Black
Brown

Cream
White
Black
Fawn
Brown

Black
Brown
Cream

Straight

Wiry

A ShiChi 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.

A Weltador can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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

While the Weltador breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Hydrocephalus

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Dental Problems

Otitis Externa
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Radiographs
Full Physical Examination

Eye
Elbow
Blood Test
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Hip

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

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

ShiChis are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Weltadors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

ShiChis are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. ShiChi dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Weltadors 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 ShiChi, it's at least 4 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 Weltador, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most ShiChis usually need at least 25 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 Weltadors 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.

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

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) ShiChi 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 25-65 pound (11 - 29 kg) Weltador feed 2 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 ShiChi is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a ShiChi is between $28 - $35. This makes an average of $336 - $420 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 Weltador is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $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.

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

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

ShiChis are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

Weltadors are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

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

Weltadors are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

The Weltador is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.