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| Breed: | Shetland Sheepdog |
| Country of Origin: | 18th century Scotland |
| AKC Group: | Herding |
| Function: | Herding & guarding |
| Life Span: | 14-15 years |
| Appearance: | Trim, sturdy |
| Color: | Sable, black & tan, black & white, blue merle, tri-color (advised by UK experts Nina & Chisum |
| Coat Type: | Straight |
| Grooming: | Brush often |
| Height: | 13-16 inches |
| Weight: | 14-25 pounds |
| Activity Level: | Very high |
| Watch Dog: | Yes |
| Protection: | No |
| Intelligence: | Very high |
| Trainability: | Very good |
| Good With Children: | Yes |
| Good With Pets: | No |
| Good With Strangers: | Suspicious |
| Character: | Lively, affectionate, sensitive, busy |
| Home Environment: | Exercised daily |
| Best Owner: | Patient |
| Potential Problems: | |
| Behavior: | Timid, nippy, barking, pushy |
| Physical: | Eye problems |
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