Sheltie Tzu Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle

Sheltie Tzu dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

The Sheltie Tzu breed is one of the worst choice if you want a good watchdog.

United States

Shetland Sheepdog and Shih Tzu

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

2000s

Blue
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

The coat of a Sheltie Tzu is longer than that of the typical dog.

Straight

A Sheltie Tzu 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.

Sheltie Tzus are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Sheltie Tzu is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Entropion
Ectropion
Deafness
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Hearing Tests
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Sheltie Tzus may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Sheltie Tzu have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Sheltie Tzu dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

The Sheltie Tzu breed is known for its moderate energy levels and normal sleep patterns, typically sleeping around 12-14 hours per day.

Sheltie Tzu dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

Sheltie Tzus 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 Tzu, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Sheltie Tzus 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.

This breed is known for having high grooming needs.

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Clipper

For an average 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Sheltie Tzu feed 1.5 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 Tzu is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Sheltie Tzu is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 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 Sheltie Tzu breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Sheltie Tzu is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

Sheltie Tzus are average friendly dogs towards children.

Sheltie Tzus are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Sheltie Tzus are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Sheltie Tzus are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Sheltie Tzus have an average level of playfulness. The Sheltie Tzus, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Sheltie Tzu dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.