Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Loyal
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

Cocker Shelties are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Jateses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Shetland Sheepdog and Cocker Spaniel

Maltese, Japanese Chin

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Sable
White
Black
Brown

White
Pied
Black

A Cocker Sheltie can have a litter of 6-8 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.

A Jatese 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.

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

Patellar Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Atopy

Entropion
Ectropion
Portacaval Shunt
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Heart Murmur
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Eye Examinations
Urinalysis
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count
Cardiac Ultrasound
Skin Biopsy
Electromyography (EMG)
Thyroid Panel

Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
BAER Testing
Radiographs

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

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

Cocker Shelties sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Fetch, Tug of war, Chase, Walks, Toys

Cuddle, Fetch, Sleep

Cocker Shelties 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.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cocker Sheltie, it's at least 9 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 Jatese, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cocker Shelties 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 Jateses 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.

Cocker Shelties require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Jatese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-35 pound (11 - 16 kg) Cocker Sheltie feed 3 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 6-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Jatese feed 0.5 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 Cocker Sheltie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Jatese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cocker Sheltie is between $48 - $73. This makes an average of $576 - $876 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 Jatese 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.

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

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

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

Jateses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Cocker Shelties are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Cocker Shelties are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Jateses are highly friendly around strangers.

Cocker Shelties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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

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