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Also known as Sheltie
A sensitive, clever little herder with plenty to say
Bred to herd sheep on the Shetland Islands, the Sheltie is quick, gentle and eager to learn. It bonds closely with its family, can be reserved with strangers, and needs regular brushing to keep its thick double coat in order.
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This breed needs about 60 minutes of activity a day. Around 3 sitter-led sessions a week keeps that routine going when work or travel gets in the way.
60
Minutes of activity a day
3
Suggested sessions a week
Home visits
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Yes, they are one of the more vocal herding breeds and use their voice to alert and to herd. Early training and enough daily activity keep it manageable.
It can be, provided it gets daily exercise and mental work and its barking is trained. Thin walls and unaddressed barking are the usual sticking points.
A lot, especially twice a year when they blow their undercoat. Regular brushing keeps the coat free of mats and the floors a little cleaner.
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