Gordon Sheltie Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Eager

Gordon Sheltie dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Gordon Sheltie. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Gordon Setter and Shetland Sheepdog

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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Blue
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
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Pied

The coat of a Gordon Sheltie dog is generally known for its length.

Straight

A Gordon Sheltie can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Gordon Shelties 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 Gordon Sheltie 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.

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia

Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count
Free Thyroxine (T4) Levels
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Levels

Gordon Sheltie have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

Gordon Shelties dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Gordon Shelties 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Gordon Sheltie, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Gordon Shelties 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.

This breed is known for having high grooming needs.

Gordon Sheltie 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
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Gordon Sheltie 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 Gordon Sheltie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Gordon Sheltie 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 dog breed is particularly attuned to its environment and the emotions of those around it. It can be easily overwhelmed by loud noises, new environments, and unfamiliar people or animals. This dog is best suited for individuals or families who are patient, gentle, and understanding of its sensitive nature. It may also benefit from a calm and stable home environment, with a consistent routine and plenty of positive reinforcement training.

It's not recommended to keep the Gordon Sheltie in an apartment, but this breed make good apartment dogs as long as they get to spend a good amount of time outside of the apartment. Gordon Shelties living in apartments will need plenty of physical exercise and stimulation throughout the day to remain happy and well-behaved.

A Gordon Shelties typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Gordon Shelties are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Gordon Shelties are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

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

The Gordon Sheltie is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Gordon Sheltie is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Gordon Sheltie dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.