Active
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Clever
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Curious
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Inquisitive
Bold
Watchful

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

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

United Kingdom

United States

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Dachshund

German Shepherd, Patterdale Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
White
Black
Brown
Cream

Fawn
Black
Cream
Brown
Red

Dashaliers have medium-length coats.

Patterdale Shepherds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Dashalier can have a litter of 4-8 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.

A Patterdale Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Hip Dysplasia
Endocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)

Entropion
Retinal Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Bladder Stones

X-Rays
ECG
Cardiac Ultrasound
Ocular Exam

Blood
Eye examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

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

Patterdale Shepherd has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Patterdale Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Fish, Fetch, Wall chase, Hike, Tug-of-war, Walks, Training to sit, Training, Snuggling, Going on walks

Walk, Run, Tug-of-war, Chase, Tracking, High Five, Hide & Seek, Speak

Dashaliers 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.

Patterdale 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 Dashalier, 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 Patterdale Shepherd, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dashaliers 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 Patterdale Shepherds 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
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Dashalier 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) Patterdale 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 Dashalier is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Patterdale Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dashalier 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 Patterdale Shepherd 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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