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What is a Shetland Sheepdog?
A Shetland Sheepdog, or Sheltie, is a breed of dog that looks similar to the Collie. It usually is around 13-16 in. tall and weighs around 15-20 lbs. It is a popular companion breed, rarely used as a...
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What are shetland sheepdogs?
"The Shetland Sheepdog, often known as the Sheltie and sometimes as the Shetland Collie, is a breed of dog in the pastoral dog group, resembling a miniature Rough Collie.
Shelties are intelligent,...
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Who discovered the Shetland Sheepdog?
The Shetland Sheepdog and the larger herding Collie probably have a common ancestor, a herding dog bred in the British Highlands, perhaps similar to today's Border Collie. The dogs that remained on...
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Do Shetland Sheepdogs have leg defects?
Epilepsy, bleeding disorders, heart disease, joint disorders, eye diseases, endocrine system disorders, skin problems... the list of health problems occurring regularly in Shelties is depressingly...
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How do you train a Shetland Sheepdog to sit?
The same way you train any dog. Push down on its butt and force it to sit while simultaneouly saying, "Sit." Then give it a treat (I use bacon). Do this over and over until the dog does it without...