A blue merle Shetland Sheepdog

A blue merle Shetland Sheepdog

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Breed or variety record

Shetland Sheepdog

dog breed

Part of Dog

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Summary

A small, agile herder from Scotland’s Shetland Islands; the Sheltie has a long coat and strong family resemblance to the Collie.

Quick facts

  • The AKC describes Shetland Sheepdogs as intelligent, obedient herders from Scotland’s Shetland Islands.

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Species context

Dog (Canis lupus familiaris)