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

Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful

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

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

Gordon Setter and Shetland Sheepdog

Jack Russell Terrier and Bichon Frise

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000's

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Pied

Cream
White
Pied

Gordon Shelties are known for their coat length.

Jackie-Bichons have short coats.

Straight

Wavy

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 Jackie-Bichon can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Coonhound Paralysis
Progressive Cerebellar Ataxia

Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Urolithiasis
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

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

Knee
Hearing
Heart
Dna For Vwd
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood And Urine Analysis

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

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

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 Jackie-Bichon, it's at least 15 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.

In general most Jackie-Bichons 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.

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

Jackie-Bichons 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
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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.

For an average 9-18 pound (4 - 8 kg) Jackie-Bichon 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 Gordon Sheltie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Jackie-Bichon is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 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.

The average per month expenses of a Jackie-Bichon 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.

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

Jackie-Bichons 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.

Jackie-Bichons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Jackie-Bichons 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.

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

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

Jackie-Bichons are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Jackie-Bichons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.