While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Care-Tzus are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Assertive

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

Care-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Cairn Terrier, Shih Tzu

Gordon Setter and Shetland Sheepdog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Gray
Black
Silver

Black
Brown
White
Pied

A Care-Tzu can have a litter of 2-10 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 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.

Care-Tzus are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Gordon Shelties are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Cryptorchidism
Globoid-Cell Leukodystrophy

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia

Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

MRI
Physical Examination
Radiographs
Complete Blood Count
Electromyography (EMG)
DNA Test
F-Wave Analysis
Peripheral Nerve Conduction Rate

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

Care-Tzu has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

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

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

Care-Tzus 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.

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 Care-Tzu, it's at least 7 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 Gordon Sheltie, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Care-Tzus usually need at least 40 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 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.

Care-Tzus 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.

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

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

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
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Care-Tzu 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.

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 Care-Tzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Gordon Sheltie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Care-Tzu 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.

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.

Care-Tzus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Care-Tzu is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Care-Tzus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Care-Tzus are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Care-Tzus have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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