Shetland sheepdog

American  

noun

1. one of a breed of small sheepdogs resembling a miniature collie, raised originally in the Shetland Islands.

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Shetland sheepdog British  

noun

1. Also called: sheltie.  a small dog similar in appearance to a rough collie

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Etymology

Origin of Shetland sheepdog

First recorded in 1930–35

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• Shetland sheepdog vs. collie

Example Sentences

“She’s good and he’s good,” said Bernice Fleischer, 75, a music teacher, as she walked her Shetland sheepdog on West End Avenue.

From Washington Post

Today, he lives on Capitol Hill with his Shetland sheepdog, Lucky.

From Seattle Times

A whippet, a Havanese and a Shetland sheepdog also had earned their place in the final.

From Seattle Times

Seven finalists, including a Havanese, a standard poodle, a Shetland sheepdog and a whippet, will vie for the top prize of “Best in Show” in Tuesday’s grand finale.

From Reuters

Monday’s finalists included Conrad the Shetland sheepdog, who spun around in joyful circles when he was proclaimed the winner of the herding group over a corgi and a German shepherd.

From Reuters