Dog's Name & Age
Mac, 1 1/2 years
In a Word, My Shetland Sheepdog Is…
The best dog in the world! He follows me from room to room all day!
Best Characteristics of the Breed
Beautiful face, affectionate, playful
Most Challenging Characteristics of the Breed
Keeping up with all that fur!
When, Where and How I Got My Shetland Sheepdog
Mac moved in when he was about 6 weeks old. I adopted him from a breeder who had only 2 puppies left from a litter. She brought them both over to my home and put Mac in my arms-and there was no way I was giving him back!
I'd Describe My Dog As…
Took awhile to house train, but now he does great! He sometimes seems to have a bit of a problem with his hind quarters-have asked the vet about it several times. I know Shelties can have hip problems-I hope he never has any real problems, tho. He does tend to herd me quite often when I'm trying to walk-which can be a challenge-but after all this time I'm getting good at walking while something is dragging at one of my legs!
Advice
- Shelties are very active-Mac loves to be out in the yard running all over, playing fetch, and just being silly. He loves companionship and gives me a look with those big brown eyes of his that just about breaks my heart when I have to go out. Please don't adopt a Sheltie if you're going to be gone most of the day and he would be on his own-he won't be a happy dog.
