While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Norteses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Gordon Sheltie is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Eager

Norteses shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Gordon Shelties are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Norwich Terrier and Maltese x

Gordon Setter and Shetland Sheepdog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Fawn
Red
Isabella

Black
Brown
White
Pied

Norteses have medium-length coats.

Gordon Shelties are known for their coat length.

A Nortese can have a litter of 3-5 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 Gordon Sheltie can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Cataracts
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Dental Problems

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Portacaval Shunt
Deafness
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Atopy

Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
Dental and Oral Examinations
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count
Free Thyroxine (T4) Levels
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Levels

Norteses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Nortese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Gordon Shelties 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 Nortese, it's at least 5 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 Gordon Sheltie, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Norteses 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 Gordon Shelties 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 Nortese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Ideally, Nortese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Gordon Sheltie 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-12 pound (3 - 5 kg) Nortese 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 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Gordon Sheltie 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.

The average cost of a Nortese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Nortese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Gordon Sheltie 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Gordon Shelties are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

Gordon Shelties are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.