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

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

Alert
Outright
Tempered
Friendly
Calm
Fearless
Intelligent

Active
Loving
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Fearless
Good-natured
Spirited

Sealyham Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Confetti Australian Shepherds are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Sealyham Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Confetti Australian Shepherds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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Australian Shepherd, Miniature Schnauzer

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

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

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Unknown

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Brown

Black

Black

White
Pied
Cream
Brown
Blue

Black
Red
Gray
Silver

A Sealyham Terrier can have a litter of 14-16 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 Confetti Australian Shepherd can have a litter of 6-9 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.

Sealyham Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Retinal Dysplasia
Lens Luxation

Elbow Dysplasia
Atopic Dermatitis
Cushing's Disease

Eye
Hearing
Eye Examination

Blood Test
Physical Examination
Cutaneous cytology
Radiographs
Urinalysis
Joint Fluid Sample
ACTH Stimulation Test
Intradermal Injection Test

Sealyham Terrier has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

Confetti Australian Shepherd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Sealyham Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Confetti Australian Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Confetti Australian Shepherds are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Sealyham Terriers 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.

Confetti Australian Shepherds 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 Sealyham Terrier, it's at least 6 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 Confetti Australian Shepherd, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Sealyham Terriers 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.

In general most Confetti Australian Shepherds usually need at least 80 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Confetti Australian Shepherds 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.

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 23-24 pound (10 - 11 kg) Sealyham Terrier feed 0.8 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 15-30 pound (7 - 14 kg) Confetti Australian Shepherd 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 Sealyham Terrier is somewhere $1.20 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Confetti Australian Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Sealyham Terrier 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 Confetti Australian Shepherd 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.

Sealyham Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Confetti Australian Shepherd is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

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

Confetti Australian Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Confetti Australian Shepherds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Confetti Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Confetti Australian Shepherds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

The Confetti Australian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.