Shetland Sheepdog
A.K.A. :Sheltie
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Overview: | The Shetland Sheepdog is an intelligent and sensitive dog. Well suited for either city or country living, the Sheltie is widely appreciated for its quick ability to learn and eagerness to please. |
Breed Group: | Herding |
Weight (lbs): | 20 |
Height (in): | 13-16 |
Colors: | Black, blue merle, and sable, marked with varying amounts of white and/or tan. |
Coat: | The coat is double, the outer coat consisting of long, straight, harsh hair; the undercoat short, furry, and so dense as to give the entire coat its "standoff" quality. Mane and frill are abundant, and particularly impressive in males. Hair on tail p |
Character: | Shetland Sheepdogs are loyal, obedient, intelligent, and happy. |
Temperament: | This breed is very good with children, other dogs, most household pets. They are alert around strangers and alert to danger. |
Care: | The Shetland Sheepdog requires regular grooming with a brush and comb. The long outer hair needs special attention to keep it from tangling. |
Training: | This breed is easy to train. He loves to be busy and is always eager to please. |
Activity: | The Shetland Sheepdog can adapt to your activity level, but he really needs an occasional workout. He enjoys taking part in outdoor activities and dog sports. |
Health Issue: | This breed has a tendency toward inherited malformation and diseases of the eyes. They are also prone to hypothyroidism and displacement of the patella. |
Life Expectancy: | 12-15 |
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Bi Black Shetland sheepdog
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Shetland Sheepdog
Male, 5 Weeks Old
USA LEXINGTON, NC, USA
Date listed: 07/23/2024
Absolutely gorgeous bi-black male available August 17th! Fun and outgoing personality, he will be ready to be the star of your house!! He will be up to date on dewormings,...
Sable Shetland sheepdog
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Shetland Sheepdog
Male, 5 Weeks Old
USA LEXINGTON, NC, USA
Date listed: 07/23/2024
Absolutely gorgeous sable male available August 17th! He will be up to date on dewormings, first round of distemper/parvo vaccine and will be microchipped. AKC registered, with...
Shetland Sheepdog
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Shetland Sheepdog
Female, 12 Weeks Old
USA MANHEIM, PA, USA
Date listed: 07/22/2024
This adorable Shetland Sheepdog aka Sheltie puppy is looking for a loving FURever home! Comes with a 1 year genetic health guarantee, will be up-to-date with vaccinations,...
Shetland Sheepdog
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Shetland Sheepdog
Female, 12 Weeks Old
USA MANHEIM, PA, USA
Date listed: 07/22/2024
This adorable Shetland Sheepdog aka Sheltie puppy is looking for a loving FURever home! Comes with a 1 year genetic health guarantee, will be up-to-date with vaccinations,...
Shetland Sheepdog
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Shetland Sheepdog
Male, 12 Weeks Old
USA MANHEIM, PA, USA
Date listed: 07/22/2024
This adorable Shetland Sheepdog aka Sheltie puppy is looking for a loving FURever home! Comes with a 1 year genetic health guarantee, will be up-to-date with vaccinations,...
Shetland Sheepdog
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Shetland Sheepdog
Male, 12 Weeks Old
USA MANHEIM, PA, USA
Date listed: 07/22/2024
This adorable Shetland Sheepdog aka Sheltie puppy is looking for a loving FURever home! Comes with a 1 year genetic health guarantee, will be up-to-date with vaccinations,...
Shetland Sheepdog
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Shetland Sheepdog
Male, 12 Weeks Old
USA MANHEIM, PA, USA
Date listed: 07/22/2024
This adorable Shetland Sheepdog aka Sheltie puppy is looking for a loving FURever home! Comes with a 1 year genetic health guarantee, will be up-to-date with vaccinations,...
Gorgeous sable male
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Shetland Sheepdog
Male, 5 Weeks Old
USA LEXINGTON, NC, USA
Date listed: 07/17/2024
Absolutely gorgeous sable male available August 17th! Fun and outgoing personality, he will be ready to be the star of your house!! He will be up to date on dewormings, first...
AKC Sheltie pup female
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Shetland Sheepdog
Female, 8 Weeks Old
USA PINE ISLAND, MN, USA
Date listed: 07/14/2024
AKC Sheltie femal pup looking for her forever home. Parents are on site, both genetically tested. They are very social and intelligent. They love to play fetch. Shelties are...
AKC Sheltie pup
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Shetland Sheepdog
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA PINE ISLAND, MN, USA
Date listed: 07/14/2024
AKC male Sheltie pup looking for forever home after 7/21/2024. Parents are genetically tested and are our house dogs. Pups are raised in our house Parents are very social and...
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