Herding Dog Group - Shetland Sheepdog

The Shetland Sheepdog, or Shcltic, originated in the Shetland islands off the north coast of Scotland where it has bred true for more than 135 years.

Coat: Outer coat of long, straight, harsh-textured hair; soft, short-haired, close undercoat.

Color: Sable, tricolor, blue merle, black and white, and black and tan.

Features: Refined head, with medium-size, almond-shape eyes, obliquely set; cars small and moderately wide at base; muscular, arched neck; back level; tail set low and tapering toward tip.

Size: Height at withers: dogs about 14½ in, bitches about 14 in.

Care: Requires daily grooming, using a stiff bristle brush and a comb; should not be kenneled outside.

Character: An excellent choice of family pet; an intelligent, faithful dog which enjoys exercise, gets on well with children, and is generally obedient.