What special uses does the Sheltie have today?
In addition to being a great pet and companion for both adults and children, the Shetland Sheepdog is excellent at tracking, herding, and agility competition. Shelties are of medium size and very energetic. Their great intelligence makes them ideal for training if the owner and trainer are patient and consistent. However, most experts emphasize that only about 50% of the dogs born to this breed today have the strong natural herding instincts of the ancestors.
