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    Shetland Sheepdogs

    Sheltie's are great for first time pet parents but they shed alot, suffer from separation anxiety and may incur large vet costs
    Lifespan
    13-14 years
    Breed group
    Pastoral
    Weight
    Male: 7-11kg
    Female: 7-11kg
    Height
    Male: 33-40cm
    Female: 33-40cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Sheltie, Miniature Collie
    Breed Size
    Small
    Breed Type
    Pastoral
    Health tests available
    BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme, DNA test - CEA/CH, BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme, DNA test - MDR1, DNA test - vWD
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    High
    Easy to train
    Medium
    Shedding
    Medium
    Grooming
    needs
    Very low
    Good with
    Children
    Requires supervision
    Health of breed
    Medium
    Cost to keep
    Low
    Intelligence
    High
    Tolerates being alone
    Calm

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