Shetland Sheepdog

Daddy (Ken Trenholm)

Oct 25 |21:38
Last Updated on Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:36
S H E T L A N D  S H E E P D O G ~ H I G H L I G H T S

Breed Name
Shetland Sheepdog
Rank (out of 136 breeds)
046
Personality Snapshot
An outstanding companion dog with a delightful temperament. The Sheltie is gentle, sensitive, loyal and dainty.
Breed NameShetland Sheepdog
Rank (out of 136 breeds)046
Points (out of 100)64
Dog Group TypeHerding
DominanceVery Low
Obedience (Ease of Training)Awesome
AffectionModerate
Good with Kids (Source 1)Recommended for Older Children
Good With Kids (Source 2)Recommended for Older Children
Friendly with Other DogsGreat
Friendly with Family PetsGreat
Friendly with StrangersTerrible
Dog Bite Free RatingExcellent
Bark Over Bite RatingExcellent
Bark Crazy (likelihood to bark for little reason)8 out of 10
Watch Dog AbilityAwesome
Guard Dog AbilityTerrible
SizeSmall
Exercise RequirementsModerate
Jog Companion AbilityGood
Level of SheddingSeasonly High
Level of TrimmingSome
Overall Level of Grooming RequiredHigh
Life Span12 to 15 years of age

You are more than welcome to obtain additional information on the ranking system used by our family and where we got our information. Please note that the above scores are based on the traits (or instincts) of a particular breed and that it is important to get to know your prospective dog before making your decision to bring a Shetland Sheepdog into your family. This is a decision you will have to live with for 12 to 15 years of age as Shetland Sheepdog pups can live between 12 to 15 years of age.

My Life as a Shetland Sheepdog
An outstanding companion dog with a delightful temperament. The Sheltie is gentle, sensitive, loyal and dainty.

Home Environment
Will be OK in an apartment if sufficiently exercised. Does all right without a yard.

Shetland Sheepdog Inherited Diseases
The following information is a direct link to the Canine Inherited Disorders Database, a project of the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island. This information lists inherited diseases which are more commonly reported in the Shetland Sheepdog

Shetland Sheepdog Wiki

Where to buy a Shetland Sheepdog : A Directory and Review
We are happy to provide a Breeder Directory and Pet Store Directory that offers breeders and pet stores an opportunity to promote their care and available dogs. We are equally pleased that we offer customers of these breeders / pet stores a way to vote, recommend, and rank each listing. To our knowledge, this is the first site to offer do this. So, begin your search for a Shetland Sheepdog as a new member to your family the smart way.

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