Shetland Sheepdog History
The Shetland Sheepdog, formerly know as the Shetland Collie, is a.
Collie in miniature; The Shetland Sheepdog was bred by crossing a true Collie with miniature breeds local to the Shetland
Islands. in the north of Scotland. Old engravings show the Shetland Sheepdog guarding flocks of
sheep on rocky hillsides.
Shetland Sheepdog Description
Always fulfilling the tasks to which he is set, be it as shepherd or guardian of the farm, the Shetland
Sheepdog shows an exceptional aptitude for jumping over fences. He is docile, tireless, and, above all,
intelligent. He is a heavy. compact dog with a thick, rough coat of white, red, and black. The typical height of the Shetland Sheepdog is 13 to 16 inches.
Today, the Shetland Sheepdog has also become a companion dog.