Active
Confident
Hard
Working
Stubborn
Intelligent
Alert
Friendly
Protective
Watchful

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

Belgian Sheepdogs 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

Shepherd Dog

Shetland Sheepdog and Keeshond

1800s

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Fawn
Sable

Black
Gray
Cream
Brown
White

Belgian Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Sheltie-Kees are known for their coat length.

A Belgian Sheepdog can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

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

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Diabetes
Microphthalmia
Tetralogy of Fallot
Cryptorchidism
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Eye Conditions

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests
MRI
Eye Examination

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

Belgian Sheepdogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Belgian Sheepdog, it's at least 9 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 Belgian Sheepdogs 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 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 Belgian Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Belgian Sheepdog 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
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Belgian Sheepdog feed 2.5 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.

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.

Belgian Sheepdogs 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.

Belgian Sheepdogs 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.

Belgian Sheepdogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Belgian Sheepdogs 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.

Belgian Sheepdogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Sheltie-Kees are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.