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

Gentle
Affectionate
Dignified
Loyal
Calm
Hearted

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

Clumber Spaniels shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Gordon Setter and Shetland Sheepdog

spaniel, basset hound, saint bernard

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

1700s

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Pied

White
Pied

Gordon Shelties are known for their coat length.

Clumber Spaniels have medium-length coats.

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.

A Clumber Spaniel can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia

Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Ectropion

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

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Gordon Shelties sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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.

Clumber Spaniels 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 Gordon Sheltie, it's at least 12 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 Clumber Spaniel, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Gordon Shelties have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Clumber Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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.

For an average 70-85 pound (32 - 39 kg) Clumber Spaniel feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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.

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

Clumber Spaniels are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Gordon Shelties make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Clumber Spaniels are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Gordon Shelties are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

Gordon Shelties are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Clumber Spaniels are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Clumber Spaniels have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.