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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Shetland Sheepdog puppies

Shetland Sheepdog
Male(s) and Female(s), 9 Weeks Old
USA LEXINGTON, NC, USA
Date listed: 04/20/2025
Two litters available First is 7 weeks - available April 26 Second is 5 weeks - available May 6 Puppies have been raised in a home environment, working on basic commands and...
Shelties happy healthy and registered

Shetland Sheepdog
Male(s) and Female(s), 9 Weeks Old
USA BELLEVILLE, IL, USA
Date listed: 04/19/2025
7 week old registered sheltie puppies ready for their forever home.
Poppy

Shetland Sheepdog
Female, 12 Weeks Old
USA HAWKINS, WI, USA
Date listed: 04/08/2025
Akc female sheltie DOB 2/6/25. Dewclaws removed, 1st vaccines done, dewormed, and microchiped. Parents genetic tested. Pups are all raised inside my home. And are socialized with...
Barney

Shetland Sheepdog
Male, 12 Weeks Old
USA HAWKINS, WI, USA
Date listed: 04/08/2025
Akc male sheltie DOb 2/6/25. Dewclaws removed, 1st vaccines done, dewormed, and microchiped. Parents genetic tested. Pups are all raised inside my home. And are socialized with...
Sheltie puppies

Shetland Sheepdog
Male(s) and Female(s), 8 Weeks Old
USA SMYRNA, TN, USA
Date listed: 04/04/2025
Born 3/4/2025 4 males Full AKC registration included Will travel to meet for delivery. $700, accepts cash, Venmo, cash app, and paypal
Shetland sheepdog

Shetland Sheepdog
Male, 4 Months Old
USA SUMTER, SC, USA
Date listed: 04/02/2025
Teddy Bear is a 3 month old AKC registered Sheltie looking for his furever home. He is a sweet snuggle bug.
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