Shetland Sheepdog

The Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie) is a wonderfully intelligent, gentle and playful little dog. A quick and joyful companion for anybody. One of the best things about owning a dog is the welcome they give you on entering the house. With a Sheltie, it is usually a noisy and ecstatic welcome full of little paws and bundles of fur and excited yips and yelps. Nothing is better for the ego than a welcome home from a loyal Sheltie. The Breed ------------- It is a common misunderstanding that the Sheltie is simply a miniature Rough Collie. This is not the case. They are in fact, a breed in their own right and kennel Clubs around the world prohibit any out ...  Read the complete review

This herding watchdog, the Shetland Sheepdog, which is popularly known as Sheltie, is found in Shetland of Scotland. This family pet is faithful, clever, jaunty and loving towards its family members, especially children, timid towards strangers and can easily be trained. The Yakky Dog, the Spaniel, the Collie and the Pomeranian were the breeds that were crossed to develop this Shetland Sheepdog. Appearance Size: They are small in size and anywhere from 14-17". They are about 12-15" high. Colour: The Shetland Sheepdog is found in three main colours. * Sable is the colour that is most common. This can be anywhere from golden from ...  Read the complete review

When training these little dogs I am always amazed at how full of character they are, nimble,responsive and charming are to name just a few of their qualities. Shelties as they are more affecionatly known resemble a small rough collie but come in a selection of colours. They are long haired dogs who will grow between 13 and 16 inches tall. These dogs have great temperaments and are loyal and affectionate with their families. They are good with children but can be a little shy and timid with strangers. As with any dog they must receive a good amount of exercise but will adapt well to smaller apartments. These little dogs are full of ...  Read the complete review

The Shetland Sheepdog or Sheltie as it is known, is a working breed with so many qualities that for me it is the ideal breed. A long haired dog that is well able to do a days work yet only stands 14 inches high. Intelligent and sensitive to the owners mood it is a loyal companion. We have two bitches, a blue merle and a tri colour aged 4 and 2. Before these we had a tri, a shaded sable, and a merle, all dogs. Tried breed showing with little result so turned to obedience which we find far more interesting and by using 'clicker training' we have had some success. The Sheltis is excellent at obedience and loves every minute. I will ...  Read the complete review