Shetland Sheepdog
Herding group · Small size · From Scotland
A bright, playful, energetic miniature Collie from the windswept Shetland Islands — keenly intelligent.
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Lifespan
12–14 years
Weight (M)
15–25 lbs
Height (M)
13–16"
Coat
long
Ad slot · breed-mid
Trait ratings
Energy
High
Trainability
Very High
Intelligence
Very High
Exercise needs
High
Shedding
Lower = less hair
High
Grooming effort
High
Drooling
Very Low
Barking
Very High
Good with kids
High
Good with dogs
High
Good with strangers
Low
Protectiveness
Moderate
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
High
Common health issues
- • Collie eye anomaly
- • MDR1 gene mutation
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Hypothyroidism
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
Ad slot · breed-bottom
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