Active
Playful
Happy
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Curious
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Watchful
Elegant
Hard working
Herding

Blue-Tzu Heelers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Shollies shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

United States

Australian Cattle Dog, Shih Tzu

Collie, German Shepherd

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
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Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Blue
Black
White

Black
Sable
White
Brown
Fawn

Wiry

Straight

A Blue-Tzu Heeler can have a litter of 1-7 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 Shollie can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Blue-Tzu Heelers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

While the Blue-Tzu Heeler breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Shollies typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Hip Dysplasia
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Ear Infections
Eye Problems
Bleeding Disorder
Hernia

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Ear Examination
Biopsy
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Ocular Tests
Orthopedic Exam

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

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

Shollies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Fetch, Walk, Run, Walking, Playing chase, Long walks

Road trip, Walk, Fetch, Bike ride, Run, Frisbee, Swim, Tug-of-war, Chase, Hide & Seek, Dog Parks, Ball, Snuggle, Training, Play, Snuggling, Walks, Play keep away, Rope, Playing, Running

Blue-Tzu Heelers 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.

Shollies 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Blue-Tzu Heeler, it's at least 8 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 Shollie, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Blue-Tzu Heelers 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 Shollies 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.

The Blue-Tzu Heeler requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Shollies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Blue-Tzu Heeler 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, Shollie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Blue-Tzu Heeler is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Shollie is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Blue-Tzu Heeler 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 Shollie 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.

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.

Blue-Tzu Heelers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Shollies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Blue-Tzu Heelers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Blue-Tzu Heelers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Shollie is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.