The Shetland Sheepdog, often known as the Sheltie, is a breed of herding dog that originated in the Shetland Islands of Scotland. The original name was Shetland Collie, but this caused controversy amongst Rough Collie breeders of the time, so the breed's name was formally changed.
Breed Overview
Type:
Herding DogsOrigin:
ScotlandWeight:
About 0.0 to 20.0 (pounds)Length:
About 13.0 to 16.0 (inches)Life Span:
About 12.0 to 15.0 (years)Fur Color:
Merle, Blue Merle, Tri-color, Sable & White, Sable, Black & White, Black & TanFriendly:
Trainability:
Shedding Level:
