A warm welcome to everyone.
This blog of mine has been created with the aim of introducing Shelties (Shetland Sheepdogs) to Malaysian dog lovers.
Shelties are relatively new to Malaysian dog lovers. Many have not even heard of the breed much less seen one in real life. Even pet shops that are dealing with dogs can't tell the colours apart.
I have had the unpleasant experience of being told that a shaded sable and white as a tricolour. Couldn't blame them though, as a shaded sable and white does have three colours! What a shame! These personnels were working in prominent and well established pet shops.
Sheltie coat colours:
Sable and white
Shaded sable and white
Tricolour (Black, white and tan)
Blue Merle (This is a female!!)
Biblack (Black and white)
Biblue
SOME GOOD REASONS TO OWN A SHELTIE...
1. Shelties are very intelligent,
which means that they're easily trained and relate well to each individual in their family. They communicate easily with other dogs and humans, both verbally and nonverbally.
2. They are compact,
which means that they do not require a large yard or consume huge amounts of food. They are easily transported because of their light weight and small stature.
3. They are beautiful,
yet do not require huge amounts of grooming time, (unless they are being entered at dog shows). An occasional brushing, which they love, is all that's really required.
4. They are very clean;
rarely, if ever, smelling "like a dog". This means bathing only every 2 to 4 months for dogs kept indoors.
5. They are protective little watchdogs.
They will carefully guard their "flock" from predators or strangers. They will sometimes circle and herd groups of children to keep them organized!
6. They are adaptable:
learning to live indoors, outdoors, swim in a pool, accept the new baby or puppy, live in an apartment or a huge house. We take them with us wherever we can on vacations.
7. They are very loyal and loving dogs,
which means that your friends and family are their friends and family. They don't seem to bond with one family member over another, loving everyone equally.
Thank you for stopping by.
PS:
I would like to convey my special thanks to the owners of these lovely dogs from whom I have lifted the photos.
