Unfortunately, the Sheltie-Kee is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

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

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

Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Obedient
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Fearless
Spirited

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

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

United States

United States

Shetland Sheepdog and Keeshond

Silky Terrier and Miniature Schnauzer

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Gray
Cream
Brown
White

Black
Gray
Silver
Brown
White
Fawn

Sheltie-Kees are known for their coat length.

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

Straight

Wiry

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 Silkzer can have a litter of 3-6 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.

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

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

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

Hip Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Diabetes
Microphthalmia
Tetralogy of Fallot
Cryptorchidism
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Eye Conditions

Cataracts
Atopy

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

Eye Examination
Radiography

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.

Silkzers 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 Silkzer, it's at least 7 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 Silkzers usually need at least 15 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.

Silkzers 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
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 8-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Silkzer 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.

The average cost of a Sheltie-Kee is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Silkzer is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Silkzer 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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Silkzers 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.

Silkzers 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.

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