Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Obedient
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Bright
Sturdy

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Quiet

Sheltie-Kees are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

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Cane Corso Italiano (Italian Mastiff), Labrador Retriever

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Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown
Isabella

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Gray
Cream
Brown
White

Black
Brown
Gray
Blue
Fawn
Red
Brindle

Sheltie-Kees are known for their coat length.

Labrador Corsos have short coats.

A Sheltie-Kee can have a litter of 3-8 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 Labrador Corso can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Sheltie-Kees are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Labrador Corsos are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Labrador Corsos typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Entropion
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus

Diabetes
Microphthalmia
Tetralogy of Fallot
Cryptorchidism
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Eye Conditions

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts

Hip X-Rays
Dna For Pra
Blood Tests
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA for VWD

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
ECG
Complete Blood Work
Serum Chemistry
Fluorescein Test
Schirmer Tear Test
Joint Fluid Sample
Corneal Staining

Sheltie-Kee has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Sheltie-Kees 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.

Labrador Corsos 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Sheltie-Kee, it's at least 14 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 Labrador Corso, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Sheltie-Kees usually need at least 120 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 Labrador Corsos 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.

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

The Labrador Corso is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Sheltie-Kee should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Labrador Corso 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-45 pound (11 - 20 kg) Sheltie-Kee feed 2 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 65-110 pound (29 - 50 kg) Labrador Corso 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 Sheltie-Kee is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Labrador Corso is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Sheltie-Kee 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 Labrador Corso 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.

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.

Sheltie-Kees are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Sheltie-Kees are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Labrador Corsos are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Labrador Corsos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Sheltie-Kees have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Labrador Corsos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Sheltie-Kees are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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