Personality
The Shetland Sheepdog, affectionately called the "Sheltie," is like that one kid in class who raises their paw before the question is even finished. Armed with a glorious mane and a work ethic that would shame most interns, Shelties live to solve problems — whether that means rounding up rogue socks or reorganizing the family into a neat formation. They're wicked smart, eerily intuitive, and just a bit bossy, often acting as the self-appointed hall monitor of the home. Their bark is surprisingly robust for their size and is typically reserved for mailmen, squirrels, and leaves that fall suspiciously. Beneath their perfectionist tendencies lies a heart of gold — they’re affectionate, sensitive, and secretly love praise almost as much as they love structure. Basically, they're Lassie with a to-do list and emotional range.
Trait Table
Shetland Sheepdogs are brainy, loyal, and energetic bundles of fluff. They excel at everything from obedience to herding the household children — often all at once. These affectionate companions love to please, bark at anything that moves, and always act like valedictorians of the dog world.
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