E'Dees Shelties
Growing up
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In 1909, the Kennel Club in England officially recognized the Sheltie as a breed. It was called the Shetland Collie until 1914, when the breed obtained seperate classification as the Shetland Sheepdog. During World War 1, the breeding and showing of Shelties ceased, pushing the young breed to the brink of extinction. An American dog fancier introduced a Collie into the surviving bloodlines, establishing the standard for today's Shetland Sheepdog.
For starters, there size is from 13 to 16 inches tall, while the Collie measrues at 22 to 26 inches tall. Both possess traits common to herders. Quick to learn, energetic, docil yet playful. Shelties are a little more intense and driven. Not to a negative extent, just very focused. That focus makes the Sheltie an excellent watchdog. And with their keen intelligence and eagerness to please, they've become champions in the obedience and comformation showring. They are fantastic in agility and herding. I have raised Shelties in the Sierra gold country above Sacramento California for more than 25 years. Shelties are great for families with kids, as well as single people. They will fit into almost anyone's life style. To be owned by a Sheltie is wonderful. I am a member in good standing for over 25 years with the American Shetland Sheepdog Association, The Northern California Shetland Sheepdog Club and the Sacramento Valley Shetland Sheepdog Club. |
