Shelties are exceptionally intelligent, trainable, and very loyal dogs. They are considered to be one of the best breeds for obedience and other dog sports. Shelties are versatile and talented at doing many things.
The exact origins of the Sheltie are not known but the dogs were probably mixed breeds of some kind on the Shetland Islands.
The small, active Shetland Sheepdog (nicknamed the Sheltie) was once a Scottish farmer’s best friend.