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Sheltie is short for Shetland Sheepdog, a herding breed that originates from the Shetland Islands off the northern tip of Scotland.
“What a cute miniature Collie!” “Look at the little Lassie!” “Is that a toy Collie?”
Every owner of a Shetland Sheepdog has heard and responded to countless comments such as these, but although Shelties bear a striking resemblance to Collies, they are a totally separate breed with differences in structure and temperament. And they are not a toy.
The standard for Shelties states that they should measure between 13” and 16” at the shoulder. Most fall into the upper half of this range. The old guy in this photograph is our own Sheltie. His name in Strolchi, a German name which means “Little Tramp”. He was the smallest among his siblings and is one of the more rare Shelties which measure only 13” at the shoulder. We got him almost 14 years ago when he was 10 weeks old.
Strolchi was not bred in a puppy mill but by an experienced, knowledgeable, European Shetland Sheepdog breeder, so his loyal, alert, enthusiastic, and charming personality is undisturbed. His luxurious coat as well as his sweet expression are only a few of his hallmarks, but we never bugged him with coaxing his ears into the correct carriage.
He, as all Shelties, is happiest when the whole family is together in one room, enjoying each other’s company. In the Sheltie’s mind, the family is its flock, and a family spread throughout the house can lead to a very restless, pacing Sheltie. He lives to please and spreads his love, and when he turns on the sheltie cuteness it is impossible to resist him.
We love him with all our heart.
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aemtill
Awww! How cute!
That’s a really cute picture of him.
He definitely has his sheltie cuteness turned on, and he’s smiling.
:-)
Kathryn Eve Ry...
Going through recent shots, I saw this and it made me smile. Thanks!!
plumb
Great shot, love the softened effect. Must admit there is no other breed, they are better than collies
Chris Clark
this is absolutely beautiful. I have Border Collies myself and do a lot of pet portraits here in Scotland
IrishPics
What a snugglywuggly cutesy fluffy doggie…......
isn’t she cute….look at that snuggly cuddly pet…...
WayoftheWarrior
great
mardiez
A beautiful whisper of a canine…its Adorable!
Have a great weekend!
mmarrkks
Janell Rufiange
awww great capture!
Maria Murphy
AWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW
bev langby
Oh i do know of these little guys a friend had one a long time ago and, it was a delight an u have portrayed a beautiful picture words and all …..........”wink” thanks for the vote lol
and u have a beautiful array of work Christine ….......
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jesika
He’s such a beautiful boy. He looks very much loved.
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amarica
Beautiful capture and such gorgeous eyes!!!
JKKimball
Yep! This is a cutie! John
Anne-Marie Bok...
Cute picture Chritine and nice to meet Strolchi. (Sounds more like Swiss to me.)
Cora Wandel
Christine, you have done it again, I was most touched by how Strolchi (or a Sheltie) loves to be part of the family, be there in the midst of the family as they are gathered together doing whatever. What a great image you have put in my mind of this dog, and then there is your photograph to solidify it! What a truly beauituful collie, WHOOPS!! Sorry, I had a collie when I was a boy, I just had to do that. What a great addition you are to our group! – Cora
Marilyn Harris
So very cute!!! He has such a loving and endearing face!! :-)
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amarica
Congratulations Christine on being featured in the Photo writing group!!! Well done!
Joanne Bradley
I have admired these dogs for a long time. Beautiful shot and great information! And congrats on your feature!
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Evita
Aw what a sweet face!!Beautiful capture!!Congratulations on your feature! :D
Angie Rodrigues
So cute!!!! congrats on the feature!
MichelleR
This is a beautiful picture. Nice work.
karenuk1969
Great effect, love how the fur stands out against the white background :-)
Rachel Stickney
Beautiful dog! I love Shelties. Interesting narrative.
Kristina K
shes a sweetie, i have two, one really ol boy, hes 14 or 15, and a four year old boy, they are such wonderful companions, they do say that collies were bred from a cross breed of a sheltie and another breed to make them taller, in england.
they do have a wonderful smile to well done :)) k
DottieDees
This is just gorgeous…I love their eyes! My neighbor has a male 5yr and puppy 5mo that I am so in love with…I have several pics of them in my portfolio… a lot of them I have not yet posted…I think my next friend just might be one of these glorious dogs…
linda858100
ADOREABLE
Jody Johnson
Gorgeous shot, and what a wonderful model!!
skyhorse
Wonderful capture & fabulous pose, Shelties are my favourite dog (had one as a kid), promised myself to have one when live in a place suitable to keep a dog
Renee Dawson
What a beautiful portrait of this adorable sheltie. I’m a cat person myself BUT if I were ever to get a dog…a sheltie it would be!
FelicityB
I had to stop and say what a beautiful portrait this is, it was like looking at one of mine. This is a tremendous advertisement for the breed, well done!
ciriva
Love this dog!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Mammalia
Ahhh what a sweety…great shot and words!
Renee Dawson
I’ve never owned a dog personally BUT if I ever did it would be a Sheltie! Lovely story and beautiful image!
Renee Dawson
...well I see I’ve been here a while ago and said almost the same thing…lol
Susanne Correa
EvaLarsen
Your dog portraits are beautiful Congratulations on your features.
Cheri Perry
I love Shelties! I had a boarder Collie and they are just as wonderful too. But Shelties are a bit smaller and easier to keep. :) Beautiful image…Love the composition.
Congratulations! Well deserving of being featured.
Ginny York
What a beautiful dog and wonderful expression. Congrats on all your features with this. And a big congrats to you with your Boxer in the Paws and Claws Group!!
Susanne Correa
Christine schon wieder, lol….
Deine Bilder sind wirklich was besonderes, Congrats!
Sally Omar
Beautiful!!!!!!!! xoxoxoxo
Sunflwrconcepts
Beautiful Sheltie.. so sweet. Kudo’s on your feature.
Robert Battram
Great piece of photography – cute dog
judyM61
Sweet! Shelties are smart dogs, lovely capture!
Susanne Correa
Cheri Perry
Congratulations! This is just awesome….What a doll!!