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 Shetland sheepdog Information and Picture
Dog Breed Group
Herding Group
History and Origin
Shetland sheepdog, ÒSheltieÓ one of the most popular dog breed under AKC register. Sheltie is originated from Shetland north coast island of Scotland. The ancestry is said to be the direct decendant of Rough Collie selectively breed for smaller size. However, this is not true, Sheltie actually has a mixed ancestry said to be decendant from the cross breed of Rough Collie, Border Collie, Pomeranian, extinct Yakki dog and the King Charles Spaniel. For centuries these Shelties are used to herd and guard livestocks in Shetland where most of the animals are rather smaller in stature, like ponys and smaller breed of cattles.
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Temperament
Sheltie is one of the most intelligient dog breed in the world. This breed has delightful temperament and is best suited as a companion dog. Its eager to pleased temperament makes it easy to be trained. Sheltie is very friendly towards all its family members especially small children but may be aloof with strangers. They are excellent watch dog and may be quite vocal. With their strong herding instinct, they may chase small animals and sometimes even cars passing-by, this may be quite dangerous.
Description (Appearance)
Sheltie looks very similar to the Rough Collie but only smaller in size. They should look agile, alert and sturdy. They may be aloof but not shy from strangers. They have a long coat and lion-like mane around the neck. Double coated with long, thick, water-proof outercoat and soft, dense undercoat. Many color variations are permissible, but not if white is more than 50% or coat is in brindle color.
Size
Height: 13-16 inches (33-40.6 cm.)
Weight: 14-27 pounds (6.4-12.3 kg.)
Living Conditions
Shelties can adopt living indoor without a yard providing with sufficient exercise. They prefer cool climate due to their long and dense coat.
Exercise demand
Shelties are active dogs. Daily walk and occasionally free running is essentially to ensure a health happy dog.
Health problems
Prone to eye disease, Von Willebrand disease and hip dysplasia.
Life Expectancy
About 10 Ð 15 years
Grooming
Shelties have long coat, regular brushing is essential. Mist the coat with water to ease with combing to tease out mats and remove tangles. Shelties are clean dogs, bath only when necessary. An average shedder, shed twice a year.
Special Concern
Some Shelties may vary a lot from the standard temperament due to their wide mix of ancestries. Before selecting your Shelties make sure to check clearly the sire and dam temperament.
Recognition
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CCR, APRI, ACR
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