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The Shetland Sheepdog, also known as the Sheltie, is a breed of herding dog that originated in the Shetland Islands of Scotland. It was formally recognized by the Kennel Club in 1909. It was originally called the Shetland Collie , but this caused controversy amongst Rough Collie breeders of the time, so the name was changed. [ 1 ]
The original Shetland Sheepdog was of Spitz type, similar to the Icelandic Sheepdog and other Scandinavian dogs. However, in the course of development in England as a pet breed, it was crossbred with other dogs including the Rough Collie and the Pomeranian; and the modern Shetland or "Sheltie" now resembles a miniature Rough Collie.
A dog can only become a champion by gaining championship points at other conformation shows. [11] Prior to 1992, admission to dogs was open, and in 1938 an English Setter named Daro of Maridor won the Best in Show title at Westminster in his first outing at a dog show at the age of 11 months. [12]
Shetland Sheepdog or Sheltie; also sometimes referred to as a Miniature Collie or Toy Collie; Bearded Collie, a type of collie that looks somewhat like an Old English sheepdog. Border Collie, a collie type from the Border area of Scotland and Northern England, the most widespread herding dog
[citation needed] Fifteen breeds of dog have Scottish origins, including six terrier breeds. [6] Indeed, the relative isolation of many Scottish islands has led to a preponderance of breeds from these places being represented. Various breeds are now extinct, including the Grice, an archaic and somewhat aggressive pig. [7]
Reveille / ˌ r ɛ ˈ v ə l i / is the official mascot of Texas A&M University.Students adopted the first Reveille, a mixed-breed dog, in 1931.The cadets raised $100 during World War II to make Reveille a general, as part of a fundraiser for the K-9 Corps. [1]
The Shetland pony or Sheltie is a Scottish breed of pony originating in the Shetland Islands in the north of Scotland. It may stand up to 107 cm (42 in) at the withers . [ 1 ] It has a heavy coat and short legs, is strong for its size, and is used for riding , driving , and pack purposes.
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