| Name: |
Shetland_Sheepdog |
| Average Maximum Height: |
13 - 16in |
| Average Maximum Weight: |
14-16lb |
| Colors: |
Sable, tricolor, blue merle, black and white and b |
| Coat: |
Outer coat of long, straight, harsh-textured hair -- soft, short-haired close undercoat |
| Grooming Required: |
Medium |
| Good with Children: |
Yes |
| Good with Pets: |
Yes |
| Best Kept: |
Indoors |
Activity Level
(1 low; 10 high): |
4 |
| Trainability: |
Low |
| Originates From: |
Great Britain |
| Origin Date: |
1700s |
| Original Use: |
Sheep Herding |
| Current Use: |
Companion, Sheep Herding |
| Other Names: |
Sheltie |
| Life Expectancy: |
13-14yrs |
| AKC Recognition: |
Yes |
| Year Recognized: |
1911 |
| Class: |
Herding |
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