--- title: "Sheltie Puppies for Sale, Why You Need One of these Precious Pups!" id: "70135" type: "post" slug: "sheltie-puppies-for-sale" published_at: "2017-10-25T16:43:28+00:00" modified_at: "2026-11-02T04:43:25+00:00" url: "https://xopupsva.com/sheltie-puppies-for-sale/" markdown_url: "https://xopupsva.com/sheltie-puppies-for-sale.md" excerpt: "Shetland Sheepdog Facts: Meet One of the Sweetest Breeds Around! The small, active Shetland Sheepdog, affectionately nicknamed the Sheltie, was once a Scottish farmer’s best friend: sounding the alarm when […]" taxonomy_category: - "Blog" taxonomy_post_tag: - "Sheltie" --- ## **Shetland Sheepdog Facts: Meet One of the Sweetest Breeds Around!** The small, active [Shetland Sheepdog](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/shetland-sheepdog/) , affectionately nicknamed the Sheltie, was once a Scottish farmer’s best friend: sounding the alarm when anyone approached the property, barking at birds and other animals to shoo them from the garden, and later, with crosses to Scottish herding dogs, keeping the sheep flocks in line. While at first glance they look like a smaller version of the Collie, the two are distinctly different breeds. Today, Shelties are mostly family pets, and very popular ones to boot! So here are a few Shetland Sheepdog facts we love sharing with families. #### **Read on for more interesting facts about the Shetland Sheepdog:** - The Shetland Sheepdog stands between 13 and 16 inches tall at the shoulder, but it’s not unusual for them to be oversize or undersize. A typical Sheltie weighs about 22 pounds, but a large one can weigh as much as 35 or 40 pounds. They have an average lifespan of 12 to 15 years. - Shelties are loving companions for all members of the family, including the kids, but they can be reserved or even shy around strangers. Because of their protective nature, they’re quick to bark if they sense that anything’s amiss in their territory. - Because of their intelligence, willingness to please, and athletic ability, Shelties excel at performance events. However, they have a drive to be active and they need several walks and playtime daily to be happy. - They can do well in many different environments, as long as they can be near their owners and have ample playtime. - While Shelties are very smart, you need to have patience while training them. Make training fun, with lots of affectionate pats and treats. Treats are always the best way to your pup’s heart! We hope you enjoyed these Shetland Sheepdog facts! Want to compare the Sheltie with the other breeds we carry? Browse our [puppy breeds](https://xopupsva.com/puppy-breeds/) page, then [book an appointment](https://xopupsva.com/book-an-appointment/) to meet our pups in Chantilly. #### **Even though Shelties are a popular breed, they can be hard to find! That’s where XO PUPS comes in! We buy from only the most caring, reputable breeders and we stand behind our puppies 100%. Want to check out all of our Sheltie puppies for sale, click here for our available puppies page. And, as always, [give us a call to make an appointment to come get some cuddles today!](https://xopupsva.com/puppies-for-sale/)** ## Related reading Blog ### [Ranking Summer Activities by How Dramatic Your Dog Will Be About Them](https://xopupsva.com/ranking-summer-activities/) June 1, 2026 · 4 min read Summer plans always sound amazing in theory. Beach days. Hiking trails. Backyard sprinklers. Sunny patio brunches. Long walks at golden hour. And then your dog enters… Read article Blog ### [How to Start Training Your Puppy: A Beginner’s Guide](https://xopupsva.com/puppy-training-guide/) June 1, 2026 · 4 min read You brought home a puppy. Congratulations! And also, welcome to the wonderfully chaotic stage of life where socks disappear and every sound becomes exciting. This guide… Read article Blog ### [The Dog Mom Quiz: What Type Are You?](https://xopupsva.com/the-dog-mom-quiz/) May 1, 2026 · 3 min read Let's be honest: Your dog isn't just a dog. They're your baby. Your shadow. 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The staff quickly wanted to know the purpose and how serious we were on buying before they gave out a second puppy, which I understand. However, we were interested but this also turned us off. The puppies were individually confined which is not great environmentally and socially for them. (My opinion, but to each their own.) Otherwise, it was not bad of an experience. I will come back. Just things to consider. We will keep them in mind for a specific breed only. Posted on Google Zahra Safavian Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great experience at XO with our first dog so it was a no-brainer to return when we were looking to add another puppy to our family. We had an equally great experience the second time around, and happy to find another perfect match. Posted on Google Rose Fitzmorris Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Rene was super informative and helpful throughout the experience! 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