Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Reliable
Lively
Gentle
Kind
Trustworthy

Active
Curious
Loyal
Territorial
Agile
Intelligent
Quick

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

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

Golden Shelties are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose an Alaskan Klee Kai if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

Alaska

Golden Retriever and Sheltie

Alaskan Husky, Siberian Husky

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Rare Breed Association
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

1970s

Brown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

White
Sable
Black
Blue
Fawn

Black
Sable
Silver
Red
Brown
Gray

Golden Shelties have medium-length coats.

Alaskan Klee Kais have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Golden Sheltie 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.

An Alaskan Klee Kai can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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

Alaskan Klee Kais are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Alaskan Klee Kais are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation

None Known

Bleeding Disorder

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

OFA
Yearly Physical Examination
Blood Tests and Blood Count

Golden Shelties require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Alaskan Klee Kais need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Treat games

Run, Frisbee, Hike, Play keep away, Nap, Hunt, Chase, Fetch, Groom

Golden 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.

Alaskan Klee Kais 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 Golden Sheltie, it's at least 12 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 Alaskan Klee Kai, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Shelties usually need at least 90 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 Alaskan Klee Kais 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.

Golden Shelties 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.

The Alaskan Klee Kai has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Golden 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.

For an average 8-23 pound (4 - 10 kg) Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Golden Sheltie is somewhere $1.50 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Alaskan Klee Kai is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Sheltie 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 an Alaskan Klee Kai is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

Golden Sheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Alaskan Klee Kais are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Alaskan Klee Kais are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Alaskan Klee Kais are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Alaskan Klee Kais are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Alaskan Klee Kais are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Alaskan Klee Kais are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Golden Shelties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Alaskan Klee Kais are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.