Intelligent
Willing

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Gentle

New Zealand Heading Dogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid ShiChis as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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Border Collie

Chihuahua and Shih Tzu

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Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black
Isabella

Black
White
Fawn

Cream
White
Black
Fawn
Brown

A New Zealand Heading Dog can have a litter of 12-14 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 ShiChi can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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Hip Dysplasia
Hydrocephalus

Ear Health and Infection
Eye Infections

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Dental Problems

Ear Examination
Eye examination
Complete Blood Count
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Blood Glucose Tests

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Radiographs
Full Physical Examination

New Zealand Heading Dogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

ShiChis are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

New Zealand Heading Dog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

ShiChis need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

New Zealand Heading Dogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

ShiChis are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

ShiChis bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Tramping, Fetch, Hunting, Walking, Playing, Running, Long, Basic tricks, Runs, Fetching balls, Walks

Playing Ball, Sleep, Running, Game of fetch, Chasing, Frisbee, Rough Housing, Tug, Eating Snacks, Play keep away, Nap, Road trip, Chase, High Five, Hide & Seek, Painting nails, Speak, Shake, Dog Parks, Bath time, Play, Sleeping, Kissing, Walking, Playing, Hugging, Cuddling, Chasing me, Sleeping on me, Fetch

New Zealand Heading Dogs 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.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For New Zealand Heading Dog, it's at least 30 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 ShiChi, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most New Zealand Heading Dogs usually need at least 120 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 ShiChis usually need at least 25 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-66 pound (25 - 30 kg) New Zealand Heading Dog 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 5-12 pound (2 - 5 kg) ShiChi 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.

The average cost of a New Zealand Heading Dog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a New Zealand Heading Dog 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 ShiChi is between $28 - $35. This makes an average of $336 - $420 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.

New Zealand Heading Dog is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

ShiChi has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

New Zealand Heading Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

ShiChis are not the best choice for families with kids.

New Zealand Heading Dogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

ShiChis have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

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