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Shetland Sheepdog

1761 sheltie pup 1

July 28, 2010

Dog picture taken by WoofBC.

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Shetland Sheepdogs

July 28, 2010

A Shetland sheepdog is not a “mini-collie” but a distinct separate breed that actually has roots in the Border collie. A native of the Shetland Isles in far northern range of Scotland he was a dog developed to help on crofts, or small farms, where there wasn’t much food to be had. A small dog [...]

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Mynta 080330

July 21, 2010

Dog picture taken by ugglemamma.

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The Shetland Sheepdog As Therapeutic Pet

July 14, 2010

If you are looking for a way to give back to your community and spend more time with your pet, you should consider pursuing therapy training. Therapy dogs are used to provide comfort and activity to patients in hospitals and nursing homes, as well as prisons and homeless shelters. Besides offering some affection and love, [...]

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Mynta 080323

July 7, 2010

Dog picture taken by ugglemamma.

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31/365 – Deep in thought

June 30, 2010

Dog picture taken by Matt Stratton.

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Molly in the fresh cut grass

June 23, 2010

Dog picture taken by brykmantra.

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shetland sheepdog puppy

June 16, 2010

Jasper two months old

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sticking it out

June 9, 2010

Dog picture taken by Julep67.

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The Agile Shetland Sheepdog: Entering Training Competitions

June 2, 2010

If you are looking for a fun and competitive way to exercise with your Shetland Sheepdog, pursuing agility training is your best bet. Like all herding breeds, Shelties excel in test of agility because of their intelligence, speed, and dexterity. Training for agility trials is a fantastic bonding experience for you and your pet, as [...]

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The Shetland Sheepdog In the Ring

May 26, 2010

Shelties seem like they were made to be show dogs, with their long, luxurious coats and elegant little bodies. If you’ve purchased a purebred, registered Shetland Sheepdog, you may want to consider showing him or her in the ring.
Every person that shows dogs should attend several dog shows prior to embarking upon such a demanding [...]

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More Molly!

May 19, 2010

Dog picture taken by brykmantra.

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1768 sheltie pup 2

May 19, 2010

Dog picture taken by WoofBC.

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How To Groom Your Shetland Sheepdog

May 12, 2010

Because of their long, thick, fluffy coats, it may seem like grooming a Shetland Sheepdog would be a daunting task. While it does require some dedication and patience, it is not nearly as difficult or time-consuming as one might think. Some owners choose to shave their Shelties to avoid having to groom, but this is [...]

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Shetland sheepdog-puppies

May 5, 2010

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Border Collies, Collies And Shetland Sheepdogs: The Differences Between Them

April 28, 2010

The most common three dog breeds that are easily confused are the Collie, Border Collie and Shetland Sheepdog. While each is its own breed and has its own distinctions, they also have some similarities as well. The following information outlines the most common differences and similarities between these three dog breeds.
Collies:
Developed in Scotland to be [...]

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Border Collies, Collies and Shetland Sheepdogs: How They Differ

April 21, 2010

The most common three dog breeds that are easily confused are the Collie, Border Collie and Shetland Sheepdog. While each is its own breed and has its own distinctions, they also have some similarities as well. The following information outlines the most common differences and similarities between these three dog breeds.
Collies: Developed in Scotland [...]

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Shetland Sheepdogs Love Their Playtime

April 14, 2010

The Shetland Sheepdog is classified in the AKC Herding Group, which means that it is an intelligent, athletic dog. Though smaller in size, measure just 12 to 16 inches at the shoulder, the Shetland Sheepdog, or Sheltie, has as much energy as many dogs two or three times its size. Shelties need lots of exercise [...]

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Rough Collie and Shetland Sheepdog play with Cat

April 14, 2010

Our cat (Belle) is to smart for our rough collie (Diva) and Shetland sheepdog (Harlie)

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