ADDITIONAL SHETLAND SHEEPDOG PICTURES
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Breed Group: Herding, AKC Herding
Origin: Scotland
Date of Origin: 16th century
Originally used for: Sheep dog on the Shetland Islands
Used today: Companion, agility
Other Name(s): Dwarf Scotch Shepherd, Shetland Collie
History of the Breed: The breed originated on the Shetland Islands, off the northeast coast of Scotland.
The Sheltie was not bred down from the full-size Collie but rather from crossing the Scottish Rough Collies with the Icelandic Yakkin,
a small island dog. The breed was initially used as a herding dog but over time developed into an all-purpose farm dog and companion.
The Shetland Sheepdog was registered by the AKC in 1911.
General Appearance: A small herding dog that looks like a small Rough Collie. The head is long and wedge shaped tapering
slightly from the ears to the nose. The skull is flat and the muzzle is well-rounded. The almond shaped eyes are dark.
The small ears are placed high on the head and carried three-fourths erect. The chest is deep with the brisket reaching to the elbow.
The back is level and strongly muscled. The tail reaches to the hock joint and at rest is carried straight down. The dog is covered in a coat
of long and straight harsh hair that is longer on the mane, forelegs, hind legs, and tail.
Height & Weight:
Height 13 - 16 inches
Weight 14 - 20 pounds
Coat: A double coat, the undercoat is dense and short and the outer coat is long and straight with harsh hair.
The hair is longer on the mane, forelegs, hind legs, and tail.
Color: Black, blue merle, and sable all marked with varying amounts of white and/or tan.
Grooming needs: Low, brushing once a week
Temperament of Breed: Very intelligent, and gentle. They enjoy exercise and tend to bark a lot.
Friendly with children: Yes
Friendly with other dogs: Yes, if properly socialized starting at an early age
Suitability as a watchdog: Excellent
Exercise Level: Medium
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Hypothyroidism, epilepsy, hip dysplasia, PRA - progressive retinal atrophy, SES - sheltie eye syndrome, Von Willebrand disease
Minor: Skin allergies
Life Expectancy: 12 - 15 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 20
First Registered by the AKC: 1911
Registries: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CCR, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
American Shetland Sheepdog Association
Canadian Shetland Sheepdog Association Inc.
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