Sheltie

usgb/ˈʃɛlti/
noun

A breed of dog known for its intelligence and agility, commonly used as a herding dog.

My friend has a sheltie that loves to play fetch in the park.
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Shetland Sheepdog,small herding dog,active pet

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Dog Breeds

The term 'sheltie' is often interchangeable with 'Shetland Sheepdog'

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Many people may not know that the sheltie and the collie are related breeds.
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Family Pets

Shelties make for excellent family pets due to their friendly nature

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They are particularly good with children.
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Herding Instinct

Despite their small size, shelties are bred for herding

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They often like to chase moving objects as a natural instinct.
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