| The Shetland Sheepdog is a very popular dog | | | | conditions. |
| because of her beauty and willingness to | | | | |
| please. She is very trainable and makes a | | | | *History. The Shetland Sheepdog is from Great |
| good watch dog. She can be kept in an | | | | Britain where they were used to guard and |
| apartment if she can get frequent long walks. | | | | herd sheep. They were first registered by the |
| She is generally good with other pets and | | | | American Kennel Association in 1911. |
| dogs. She loves older children, especially if | | | | |
| she has been raised with them. As a reminder, | | | | Some Registries: |
| never leave a child unsupervised with a puppy | | | | |
| or dog. | | | | *American Shetland Sheepdog Association |
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| *Approximate Adult Size. The approximate | | | | *UKC United Kennel Club |
| adult size (two years old or older) of the | | | | |
| Shetland Sheepdog is 13 to 16 inches to the | | | | *NKC National Kennel Club |
| withers (highest point of the shoulder) and | | | | |
| 14 to 27 pounds. | | | | *CKC Continental Kennel Club |
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| *Special Health Considerations. Most dog | | | | *APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc. |
| breeds have certain inherited health problems | | | | |
| associated with that specific breed and the | | | | *AKC American Kennel Club |
| Shetland Sheepdog is no exception. Be on the | | | | |
| look out for epilepsy, eye problems, skin | | | | *FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale |
| problems, bleeding disorders and Canine Hip | | | | |
| Dysplasia (genetic based looseness in the hip | | | | *NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club |
| joint that can lead to arthritis pain and | | | | |
| lameness). This disease list is an | | | | *KCGB = Kennel Club of Great Britain |
| informative guideline only. Other diseases | | | | |
| may also be significant threats, please | | | | *ANKC = Australian National Kennel Club |
| contact your veterinarian for a complete | | | | |
| list. | | | | *ACR = American Canine Registry |
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| She should visit the veterinarian several | | | | Litter Size: 4 to 6 Shetland Sheepdog puppies |
| times in the first year for shots, boosters | | | | |
| and check up. Then, as an adult, she should | | | | Category: Herding |
| visit the veterinarian yearly for shots and | | | | |
| check up. As she gets older, six years and | | | | Terms To Describe: Loyal, responsive, |
| on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a | | | | affectionate, intelligent, |
| year for check ups and shots. Remember; avoid | | | | |
| feeding your dog sweets. | | | | *SPECIAL GOOD POINTS |
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| *Grooming. The Shetland Sheepdog has a double | | | | They keep themselves clean. |
| coat. The inner coat is short, furry and | | | | |
| thick. The outer coat is straight, long, | | | | Makes a good watch dog. |
| harsh hair. She should be brushed regularly. | | | | |
| Brushing will help her maintain a clean and | | | | Very popular breed. |
| healthy coat, avoid mats, help you keep a | | | | |
| closer eye on her health and strengthen your | | | | Eager to please. |
| emotional bond with her. | | | | |
| | | | Very trainable. |
| Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a | | | | |
| week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed | | | | *SPECIAL BAD POINTS |
| for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation | | | | |
| of plaque and tartar which can cause cavities | | | | Makes a poor guard dog. |
| (rarely) and periodontal disease. Dog | | | | |
| periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss of | | | | Sheds heavily. |
| teeth, bad breath and other serious disease. | | | | |
| | | | Can be a barker. |
| Her toenails may need to be examined for | | | | |
| growth and clipped regularly. The toenails of | | | | *Other Names Known By: Sheltie, |
| the rear feet grow slower than the toenails | | | | |
| of the front feet. | | | | *Every dog is an individual so not everything |
| | | | in this information may be correct for your |
| *Life Span. The Shetland Sheepdog can live | | | | dog. This information is meant as a good |
| between 12 and 14 years with proper | | | | faith guideline only. |
| nutrition, medical care and excellent living | | | | |