Agile
Curious
Fearless
Intelligent
Confident
Faithful
Independent

Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Obedient
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Bright
Sturdy

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

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

Belgium

United States

sheepdog

Shetland Sheepdog and Keeshond

1600s

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Cream
Brown
Blue

Black
Gray
Cream
Brown
White

Schipperkes have medium-length coats.

Sheltie-Kees are known for their coat length.

A Schipperke can have a litter of 13-15 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 Sheltie-Kee can have a litter of 3-8 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.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Diabetes
Microphthalmia
Tetralogy of Fallot
Cryptorchidism
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Eye Conditions

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Hip X-Rays
Dna For Pra
Blood Tests
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA for VWD

Schipperke has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Schipperkes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Sheltie-Kees sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Schipperkes 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.

Sheltie-Kees 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 Schipperke, 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 Sheltie-Kee, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Schipperkes usually need at least 45 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 Sheltie-Kees 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.

The Schipperke has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Sheltie-Kees have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Schipperke feed 0.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 25-45 pound (11 - 20 kg) Sheltie-Kee feed 2 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 Schipperke is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Sheltie-Kee is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Schipperke 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 Sheltie-Kee is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

Sheltie-Kees are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Sheltie-Kees are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

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

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

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