Playful
Loving
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Inquisitive
Cheerful

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

Rashons 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.

United States

United States

Bichon Frise and Rat Terrier

Shetland Sheepdog and Keeshond

Unknown

2000's

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

White
Cream
Brown
Black

Black
Gray
Cream
Brown
White

Rashons have medium-length coats.

Sheltie-Kees are known for their coat length.

A Rashon can have a litter of 5-7 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

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

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Urolithiasis

Diabetes
Microphthalmia
Tetralogy of Fallot
Cryptorchidism
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Eye Conditions

Blood
Knee
Heart
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Skin Evaluation
Dental Examinations
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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

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

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

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

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

In general most Rashons 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 Rashon 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.

Rashon 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
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-12 pound (3 - 5 kg) Rashon 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 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 Rashon 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 Rashon 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.

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

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

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

Sheltie-Kees are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Rashons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Rashons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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