POSHIE

Apartment Living

Good for 1st Time Owners

Tolerance Levels

Affection for Family

Kid Friendliness

Stranger Friendliness

Ease of Grooming

General Health

Trainability

Prey Drive

Exercise Needs

Energy Level

History

The Poshie is  Shetland sheepdog and Pomeranian mix. They have a compact but a well-shaped body with a fluffy coat resembling a pompom. The black and small eyes with a pair of erect ears complement their beautiful personality. A long and broad muzzle ends in a dark black nose.

Temperament & Personality

Poshies are known for their cute and affectionate personality. With their enthusiastic nature combined with their herding genes, these dogs make an ideal match for both a rural and urban life. The Poshie sheltie mix easily makes an excellent companion for the kids and other pets.

Their attention seeking nature makes them an ideal lapdog. Some of them may inherit their Shetland sheepdog parent’s gene and can become a dog with a sharp and alert mind, thus making an excellent watchdog.

Exercise

These dogs need a rigorous dose of daily activities to support their energetic life. Less of exercise will lead to the dog becoming an excessive barker with a destructive personality which can further lead to any dangerous and fatal consequence. A daily walk for around two hours will do the job. Poshie has hunting and chasing habit, so unleashing the dog outdoors will allow the dog to chase randomly.

Grooming

The Poshie needs frequent brushing over the shiny and silky coat to keep it clean and matt-free. For the grooming purpose, an owner needs a metal comb and a pin brush. But the wisest choice will be to consult a professional groomer instead of doing the grooming stuff. To keep the characteristic doggy odor away, the owner needs to bath the dog once every two weeks.

Brushing the teeth once every two weeks will prevent the dog from getting various oral problems. To keep its ears infection-free, the owner needs to clean them with a soft cloth once every month.


Health Problems

It is in the record that some of these dogs may suffer from deafness. Significant concerns are Dermatomyositis, Patent Ductus Arteriosis, and Collie eye anomaly. Minor health concerns are Patellar luxation, Cataracts, Hip dysplasia, Tracheal collapse, Eyelid defects, Color dilution alopecia, Microphthalmia, Sick sinus syndrome, Progressive retinal atrophy, Cryptorchidism, and Entropion. Occasional tests are Hip Xrays, DNA for pra, Eye examinations, Blood tests, Hearing and eye tests, DNA  for VWD.

There are health NGO’s in the USA that organizes various vaccination programme for the dogs throughout the year. The owner should inquire and make sure that the dog gets well vaccinated by the Shetland sheepdog breeder before buying it.

Training

The Poshies need early socialization training as they have a herding instinct. Training the Poshie will be an easy task as these dogs are smart and quick -learner. Praising and rewarding the dog will accelerate the training process. Poshie puppies trained in their early puppy phase will become an obedient dog in the future.

Feeding

As they are a high energy breed, Poshies need a quality dry kibble diet according to the dog ‘s health. A protein and the high carb-rich food is best for this breed. Shetland puppies tend to be a fussy eater.

Poshie Facts

Poshie

Breed Type:

Characteristics:

Other Names:

Pomeranian sheltie mix, Shetland sheepdog pomeranian mix

Height & Weight:

Short to average & 5-40 pounds

Color:

Black, cream, brown, white, red

Competitive Registration / Qualification Information:

DBR, IDCR, ACHC, DDKC, DRA

Shedding:

0

Hypoallergenic:

No

Average Litter Size:

N.A

Lifespan:

12-16 years

Coat:

Long, straight

Price:

N.A

Origin:

United States of America,[North America]

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3 Comments

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Tamar Dozier-Walker

I have a young 2 1/2yr old Poshie. Since puppy age she has been very easy to train, smart, loyal, and barks excessively when in "watchdog" mode. She walks close to me, sometimes getting stepped on. She sheds moderately twice a year, Feb and July. I guess because she was born in February. She is extremely alert. I'm disabled and she seems to know when my pain level is high because she sits at my feet or lay extra close besides me until I'm better. I love this about her. She is great with kids, loves to play fetch and chase. She gets plenty of exercise. She hides from us when she is tired. lol I would recommend this breed to everyone. We just love her so much! During bad weather or fireworks season, I suggest getting a Thundershirt because this shirt wraps your dog so that they feel like you're holding them. Poshie's are sensitive to loud noises and sounds. I took a picture of Kona and her eyes were like red-eye, but each were a different color. One was gold and the other was red. She's

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Wanda Willeford

I have a Toy Shelti/Pom mix and he is absolutely gorgeous. I am feeding him Royal Canin dog food and he is doing well. However, he is different from my PekaPom which I had for 14 years and had to put down last year. This one is so laid-back and seems to need very little exercise. He mostly wants to be with me, preferable beside me at all times. Very good, obedient, and barks only ocdasionally. Is this typical for the breed?

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Jonathan Weeks

As mentioned this dog needs regular exercise on a daily basis. At least an hour�s walk is what we would recommend. However, your dog seems to be a bit lazier than average Poshie�s � Its good to note that he is obedient and barks occasionally, however keep a track of his activities on a regular basis and ensure you are giving him enough opportunities to stretch and exercise.

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