Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Cheerful

Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Kind
Sweet
Cheerful
Trustworthy

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

Golden Newfies are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Avoid Shelchons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Golden Newfies make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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Bichon Frise and Shetland Sheepdog

Newfoundland, Golden Retriever

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

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Brown
Fawn
Black
Sable

Black
Brown
Red
Gray

Shelchons are known for their coat length.

Golden Newfies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Shelchon 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 Golden Newfie 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.

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

The Golden Newfie breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis

Hip Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Hemophilia
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collie Eye Anomaly

Entropion
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
Hearing
Heart
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Biochemistry Profile
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination

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

Golden Newfies thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

Shelchons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Frisbee

Catch balls, Swim, Tug-of-war, Keep away, Running, Swimming, Snuggling, Walks

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Shelchon, it's at least 8 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 Golden Newfie, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shelchons usually need at least 45 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 Golden Newfies 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.

Shelchons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Golden Newfies 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.

Shelchon 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, Golden Newfie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Shelchon 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 85-150 pound (39 - 68 kg) Golden Newfie feed 4 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 Shelchon is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Newfie is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Shelchon 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 Golden Newfie is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Shelchon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Shelchons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Golden Newfies are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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