Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Reliable
Lively
Gentle
Kind
Trustworthy

Active
Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Lively
Sociable
Inquisitive
Attentive
Trainable
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Extroverted

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

Brusselranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Golden Shelties are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Brusselranians as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Golden Retriever and Sheltie

Pomeranian, Brussels Griffon

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Unknown

​Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Sable
Black
Blue
Fawn

Black
Gray
Red
Brown

Golden Shelties have medium-length coats.

Brusselranians are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Wiry

A Golden Sheltie 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 Brusselranian can have a litter of 1-3 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.

Golden Shelties 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 Brusselranian breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patent Ductus Arteriosus

None Known

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations

Golden Shelties' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Brusselranians are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Golden Shelties require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Sheltie, it's at least 12 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 Brusselranian, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Shelties 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.

In general most Brusselranians 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Golden 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 3-10 pound (1 - 5 kg) Brusselranian 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.

The average cost of a Golden Sheltie is somewhere $1.50 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Golden Sheltie is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Brusselranian 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.

Golden Sheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Brusselranians are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Golden Shelties can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

Brusselranians are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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