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

Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Cheerful

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

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

United States

United States

Shetland Sheepdog and Keeshond

Bichon Frise and Shetland Sheepdog

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Gray
Cream
Brown
White

White
Brown
Fawn
Black
Sable

Straight

Wavy

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 Shelchon can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis

Diabetes
Microphthalmia
Tetralogy of Fallot
Cryptorchidism
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Eye Conditions

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Hemophilia
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collie Eye Anomaly

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

Eye
Hip
Blood
Knee
Hearing
Heart
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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

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

Sheltie-Kees sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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.

Shelchons 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 Shelchon, 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 Shelchons 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.

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

Shelchon 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
Slicker 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 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Shelchon 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.

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

The Shelchon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

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

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