- Appearance:
The Shetland Sheepdog, like the Collie, traces to the Border Collie of Scotland, which, transported to the Shetland Islands and crossed with small, intelligent, longhaired breeds, was reduced to miniature proportions. Subsequently crosses were made from time to time with Collies. This breed now bears the same relationship in size and general appearance to the Rough Collie as the Shetland Pony does to some of the larger breeds of horses. Although the resemblance between the Shetland Sheepdog and the Rough Collie is marked, there are differences which may be noted. The Shetland Sheepdog is a small, alert, rough-coated, longhaired working dog. He must be sound, agile and sturdy. The outline should be so symmetrical that no part appears out of proportion to the whole. Dogs should appear masculine, bitches feminine.
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- Recognized
Registries:
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CCR, APRI, ACR
- Country
of Origin:
Scotland
- Life
Range:
12 to 15 years
- Height
Range:
13” to 16”
- Weight
Range:
14 to 27 lbs.
- Colors:
Blue merle, sable and black with various amounts of white and/or tan.
- Trainability:
The Shetland Sheepdog is an outstanding companion dog with a delightful temperament. They are gentle, sensitive, loyal and dainty. They are very lively, intelligent, and trainable. They are one of the smartest breeds and are very willing to please and obey.
- With Children:
Shelties are suspicious of strangers, especially children, but they will put up with a lot from children in the family.
- Other Pets:
Shetland Sheepdog will do fine in a home with other pets if properly socialized.
- Climate:
This breed adapts well to all climates.
- Indoor
/ Outdoor:
Shetland Sheepdogs will do fine in an apartment if sufficiently exercised. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.
- Exercise
Required:
This active, graceful dog needs lots of exercise, preferably running free.
- Grooming
Required:
Shelties coats are easier to care for than you might expect, but regular brushing is important. This breed is a seasonally heavy shedder. Bathe or dry shampoo only when absolutely necessary.
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