Active
Protective
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Kind
Sweet
Tenacious
Trainable
Fearless

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle

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

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

Black Mouth Cur and Basset Hound

Shetland Sheepdog and Shih Tzu

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
Fawn
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Curssets have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Sheltie Tzus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Cursset can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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.

Curssets 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.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

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

None

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

Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Optical Examination

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

Cursset 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.

Curssets 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 Cursset, it's at least 11 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 Curssets usually need at least 50 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 Cursset has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Clipper

For an average 45-95 pound (20 - 43 kg) Cursset 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 Cursset 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 Cursset 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.

The Cursset is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

Sheltie Tzus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Curssets 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.

Curssets 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.

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

Sheltie Tzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Curssets 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.

Curssets 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.