Shetland Sheepdog Dog Breed Profile

Added on Jan 9th, 2009
I am on my third Sheltie in 30 years and I just love Shelties. They are highly intelligent and excel in obedience competition and agility trials. Shelties are also very sensitive and loving dogs and are not meant for heavy handed owners. A good dog has a good master that takes the time to take the dog to school and train the dog to become a good family pet. I've enjoyed all the obedience classes that we've attended. We even did agility. It was great exercise for me too! Shelties are wonderful dogs and my next dog will also be a Sheltie. I am a Sheltie fan for life! To control the barking there are many training techniques one can use. My dog is well under control and doesn't bark that often. I bring my Sheltie to school to work with my disabled kids with mental retardation and they just adore him. He's so gentle and loving with my high school students.