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| Breed: Shetland Sheepdog | Group (AKC): Herding |  |
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| Country of Origin | 18th century Scottland |
| Type of coat | medium-long, straight, fluffy, shedding, hard outer with soft undercoat, abundant mane around neck |
| Grooming | daily brushing, regular bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning |
| Average height | 13-16 inches |
| Average weight | 14-25 pounds |
| Activity level | very high |
| Watchdog | yes, it will bark |
| Protection | no |
| Intelligence | very high |
| Trainability | very good potential, use precise methods, be patient, can excel at obedience and agility work |
| Compatibility with children | normally good, no roughhousing or chase games |
| Character | lively, intelligent, inquisitive, affectionate, sensitive, busy, kind |
| Ideal home environment | apartment Ok if exercised daily |
| Ideal owner | patient, consistent leader with time to train exercise and groom |
| Suggestions: | early socialization and obedience training |
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