Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Trainable
Proud
Fearless
Vigilant

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Great Pyrenees and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Shetland Sheepdog and Shih Tzu

Unknown

2000s

Brown
Amber

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Gray
White

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess have medium-length coats.

Sheltie Tzus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Great Wirehaired Gryfenees can have a litter of 6-9 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.

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Osteosarcoma
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Diseases and Disorders

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

Otitis Externa
Patellar Luxation
Low Thyroid Levels

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Biopsy
Cutaneous cytology

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

Great Wirehaired Gryfenees has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess 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.

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

In general most Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess 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 Great Wirehaired Gryfenees 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.

Great Wirehaired Gryfenees 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Clipper

For an average 95-110 pound (43 - 50 kg) Great Wirehaired Gryfenees 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 Great Wirehaired Gryfenees is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Great Wirehaired Gryfenees 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.

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.

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess 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.

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Sheltie Tzus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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