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Shetland Sheepdog

shetland sheepdog
shetland sheepdog
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adult Shetland Sheepdog
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photo of a  blue merle shetland sheepdog
blue merle Shetland Sheepdog
    height of a shetland sheepdog
group: herding height: 13-16" / 33.02-40.64 cm
types: weight: 14-16 lbs / 6.35-7.25 kg
colors: black, black/white, black/tan, tri-color, blue merle, golden to mahogany sable, marked with white or tan
physical traits: small, adaptable,
hair type: double coat: outer-long, straight to wiry, harsh, abundant, under-dense, short furry
personality/
temperament:
happy, intelligent, sensitive, protective, hardy, ardenergetic, gentle, eager-to-please, faithful, affectionate, loyal, alert, amusing, aloof and reserved with strangers, tendency to groom itself. some can be shy, timid, nervous, stubborn, tendency to snap, ill-tempered
maintenance/
special needs:

brush regularly, comb to remove tangles, sheds yearly, exercise, susceptible to leg fractures, eye conditions and digestive problems, easy to train
nickname: Sheltie
origination: Shetland Islands, Great Britain possibly a cross of Rough Collies and dogs of Scottish Shetland Islands
bred for: herding, watchdog
identifying traits: resembles rough collie but smaller
ideal for: family, housedog, city living, watchdog, companion, assistance dog, other pets
good with kids? yes
life expectancy: 12-14 yrs  
of interest:  
health concerns:    
kennel clubs: fci- (sheepdog group, akc, uk-(pastoral group), ukc, saku, ankc-(working dog group), jkc-(sheepdog/cattledog group)
rescues: •Pueblo Collie/Sheltie Rescue (Colorado)
   
shetland sheepdog
 
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