Alert
Gentle
Outgoing
Friendly
Intelligent

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle

Siberian Huskys are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Sheltie Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Siberia

United States

Spitz-type Dogs

Shetland Sheepdog and Shih Tzu

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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

Ancient Times

2000s

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Blue
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

White
Sable
Pied
Silver
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Siberian Huskys have medium-length coats.

Sheltie Tzus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Siberian Husky 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 Tzu 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.

Epilepsy
Hemophilia
Laryngeal Paralysis

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Zinc Responsive Dermatosis

Entropion
Ectropion
Deafness
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Eye
Hip
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Throat

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Hearing Tests
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

Siberian Huskys thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Sheltie Tzus are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

Siberian Huskys require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Sheltie Tzus need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Siberian Huskys are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Siberian Huskys bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Sheltie Tzu dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Siberian Huskys 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.

Sheltie 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Siberian Husky, it's at least 14 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 Tzu, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Siberian Huskys usually need at least 90 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 Tzus 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.

The Siberian Husky requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Siberian Husky 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 Tzu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Clipper

For an average 44-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Siberian Husky 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.

For an average 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Sheltie Tzu feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Siberian Husky is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Sheltie Tzu is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Siberian Husky 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.

The average per month expenses of a Sheltie Tzu is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 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.

Siberian Huskys are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Sheltie Tzu is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

Siberian Huskys are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Sheltie Tzus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Siberian Huskys are not cat friendly.

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

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

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

Siberian Huskys can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.

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