While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Silky Cotons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Golden Sheltie is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Joyful
Inquisitive
Trainable
Vocal

Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Reliable
Lively
Gentle
Kind
Trustworthy

Silky Cotons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Silky Terrier and Coton de Tulear

Golden Retriever and Sheltie

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable

White
Sable
Black
Blue
Fawn

Silky Cotons are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes

None Known

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Blood Tests

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

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

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

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

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

Silky Coton dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Golden Shelties bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Silky Cotons 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.

Golden 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.

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

In general most Silky Cotons 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 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.

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

Golden 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-12 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silky Coton 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 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.

The average cost of a Silky Coton is somewhere $0.70 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Silky Coton 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.

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.

Silky Coton is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Golden Sheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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.

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

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

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

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

Silky Cotons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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