Height: 13 to 16 inches at shoulder
	Weight: about 20 pounds
	Coat: long and dense
	Life span: 12 to 15 years
	Breed Group: Herding Dogs
	
	Shetland Sheepdogs stood guard for farmers in the Shetland Islands off the coast of Scotland, keeping hungry birds and sheep out of the farmer's garden, and they served as herding dogs as well. Today they're excellent family companions and superstars in dog sports.