Unfortunately, the Gordon Sheltie 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, Yorkshire Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Alert
Energetic
Intelligent
Playful
Courageous
Independent
Loyal

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

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

Gordon Setter and Shetland Sheepdog

Waterside, Manchester, Paisley, Skye, Dandie Dinmont Terriers

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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
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National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

1800s

Blue
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Pied

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn

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 Yorkshire Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 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.

While the Gordon Sheltie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Yorkshire Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia

Portacaval Shunt
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation

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

Eye
Knee
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Endoscopy

Gordon Sheltie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Yorkshire Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Yorkshire Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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.

Yorkshire Terriers 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 Yorkshire Terrier, it's at least 6 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 Yorkshire Terriers usually need at least 30 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 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

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

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 5-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $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 Yorkshire Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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

Yorkshire Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Yorkshire Terriers are not suitable for children.

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

Yorkshire Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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

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

Yorkshire Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.