General Sheltie Info

The goal is to preserve the Sheltie's desirable personal qualities such as being hardworking, loyal, affectionate, as well as the Sheltie desired appearance. It is through this system that many different breeds of dog are preserved as individual breeds. Without a set standard the different breeds could easily become so variable that they would no longer be disernable as individual breeds! To read the official Shetland Sheepdog standard as maintained by the AKC click on the AKC logo above.

Reputable breeders try to adhere to these standards. A reputable breeder's goal is to breed a dog, as close to this standard of perfection as possible. At the same time, they will do their best not to breed an animal known to carry or have a genetic medical condition. In order to do this, several standard tests are run to check for these genetic conditions before breeding. A reputable breeder will keep their dogs in clean living conditions with shelter and fresh water at all times. It is important to know a little about your puppy’s background. Support a knowledgeable breeder opposed to a family who bred their beloved pet to a friend’s male. AKC registered doesn’t necessarily equal quality or reputability. Casual breeders often jump into the situation unarmed with the needed information. Most are not aware of the standard , the reason behind its existence, nor the genetic tests that are recommended. Breeding animals that do not adhere to the standard generally gives us more of the same. Breeding animals who carry a genetic medical condition can have a heart-wrenching effect on its new owner and a devastating effect on the breeding population.


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