Sheltie Inu Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Sheltie Inu 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
Lively
Gentle
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming

Sheltie Inu dogs are heavy shedders, they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Sheltie Inu. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Sheltie Inus are not the best watchdogs. If you want a guard dog, the Sheltie Inu is not the breed for you. They will 'watch' everything - but that's usually as far as they go.

Shiba Inu and Shetland Sheepdog

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

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Blue
Brown

Black

Black
Pied
Red
Brown
Sable
Cream

The coat of a Sheltie Inu falls in the medium length category.

Straight

A Sheltie Inu 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 Inus 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 Inu 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
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Corneal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Analysis
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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

Sheltie Inu 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.

The Sheltie Inus a breed that requires only a small amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people with busy lifestyles, elderly people or those who have limited mobility. They also make great pets for those who live in small apartments or have limited outdoor space.

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

Sheltie Inu 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.

Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Catch, Hiking, Squeaky Toys

Sheltie Inus 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 Inu, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Sheltie Inus 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.

The Sheltie Inu is a breed of dog that requires a significant amount of grooming. They will also require regular trims, and a professional groomer's help is often necessary to keep their coat in good condition. They may also need regular baths to maintain their coat and skin.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-24 pound (8 - 11 kg) Sheltie Inu 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 Sheltie Inu is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Sheltie Inu 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.

Sheltie Inus has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Sheltie Inu is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

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 Inu 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 Inus are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Sheltie Inus 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

Sheltie Inus are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Sheltie Inus are below average friendly around strangers. Keen of eye and sharp of tongue, most Sheltie Inus are very quick to announce strangers at the door. Once the visitor comes in, some Sheltie Inus will be friendly and outgoing. But many others have the standoffish or suspicious towards strangers.

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

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