Active
Playful
Independent
Clownish
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Social
Inquisitive
Cheerful
Brave
Stable
Defensive

Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

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

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

Irish Water Spaniel and Black Russian Terrier

Shetland Sheepdog and Cocker Spaniel

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Sable
White
Black
Brown

Irish Russian Spanterriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Cocker Shelties are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

An Irish Russian Spanterrier can have a litter of 4-12 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 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.

Irish Russian Spanterriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Urolithiasis
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

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

Otitis Externa
Eye Diseases and Disorders
Nail Bed Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Atopy

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Cutaneous cytology
Cultures
Urine Tests

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

Irish Russian Spanterrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers 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.

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.

In general most Irish Russian Spanterriers 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 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.

Irish Russian Spanterrier 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, Cocker Sheltie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Irish Russian Spanterrier is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Cocker Sheltie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Russian Spanterrier is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $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 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.

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.

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

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Irish Russian Spanterriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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