Shetinese

Dog Breed Profile

Shetinese History

The Shetinese is a fairly new breed of domesticated dog that was developed by crossing a Shih Tzu and an American Eskimo Dog. The Shetinese is a hybrid, or designer, breed that was created in the 1990s. The Shetinese is a cross between two very popular and very distinct purebred dogs. The Shetinese is a hybrid, or designer, breed that was created in the 1990s. The Shetinese is a mixed-breed dog that is part-Shih Tzu and part-American Eskimo Dog. It is very important to mention that the Shetinese is not a purebred or a registered hybrid. The Shetinese is a mix between a Shih Tzu and an American Eskimo Dog. The Shetinese is a very rare mixed-breed dog. The Shetinese is a very rare mixed-breed dog.

Time of Origin

2000s

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

Pekingese, Shetland Sheepdog

Shetinese Physical Characteristics

The Shi-tinese is a toy-sized, long-haired breed of domestic cat. It is a member of the Oriental Shorthair breed. The breed is bred to resemble the Chinese hairless or Sphynx.

Eye Colors

Blue, Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

Black, Gray, Brown, White, Blue, Sable, Red

Height Range

Male Height Range: 6 – 16 inches

Female Height Range: 6 – 16 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 11 – 24 lbs

Female Weight Range: 11 – 24 lbs

Shetinese Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

12-15 yrs

Shetinese Health Concerns

Patellar Luxation, Deafness, Dermatomyositis, Von Willebrand’s Disease, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA), Ulcerative Dermatosis, Cataracts, Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism, Hydrocephalus, Eyelid Defects, Color Dilution Alopecia, Brachycephalic Syndrome, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye), Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Shetinese Temperament and Behaviour

The Shetinese is a calm, friendly and trusting dog breed. They are social with humans and other dogs, and have no aggressive tendencies. They are highly trainable, and do well in sports such as agility, flyball, and obedience. They are generally quiet and calm, but will bark at strangers if they feel threatened.

Shetinese Activity Requirements

Shih Tzus are a breed of dog that originated in China. They were originally bred to be companions to royalty, and they are also known as little lions. They are small, cuddly, and outgoing. While they don’t need a lot of exercise, they do enjoy a nice long walk or a good game of fetch. They are best suited to a home with a yard where they can run around and burn off some energy. A daily walk or short session of play will keep your Shih Tzu happy and healthy. Although they are a small, quiet dog, they do like to be noticed and can become bored, unhappy, or anxious without enough attention. If you are looking for a lapdog or companion pet, a Shih Tzu may be a great fit. They are friendly and warm-natured, and they make wonderful family pets.