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Breed Standards for
the Shetland Sheepdog |
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General Appearance: |
A
small, agile dog, longer than it is tall |
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Head: |
Head
forms a long blunt wedge viewed from front or side;
Almond-shaped eyes; Flat skull; Small ears, carried erect
with top fourth tipping forward |
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Tail: |
Carried low |
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Color: |
Black, blue merle, and sable, marked with varying amounts of
white and/or tan |
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Size: |
Weight: about 20 lb; Height 13-16” |
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Gait: |
Smooth, effortless, and ground covering, imparting good
agility, speed, and endurance essential in a herding dog |
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Coat: |
It
has a double coat, with a short dense undercoat and a long,
straight, harsh outer coat. The hair of the mane, frill and
tail is abundant. |
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Temperament: |
The
Shetland Sheepdog is extremely bright, extremely sensitive,
and extremely willing to please. |
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