December, 2009

What is the perfect name for a 2 year old male shetland sheepdog?

He is male is is black tricolor sheltie. Best answer in the next few hours gets 10 points
I got him from a shelter. so he has no name
scott or paddy

How long can you leave a Sheltie alone for?

Adult and puppy? I know pups need more attention than adults. I’m considering the breed and am doing research. Thanks. Also, if you have one, at what age was yours potty trained by? Oh, and how long can a Sheltie pup hold his bladder for? Thanks!
PS- I have another dog (female Pomeranian). If I let [...]

What are the odds of a sheltie puppy healing a broken shin?

My sheltie puppy is 9 weeks old and his back leg shin is broken. We took him to the vet and our options were to do surgery which was 2,000 dollars or a splint for a couple hundred. We chose the splint, but it’s not a guarentee it will heal. I was wondering if anyone [...]

Can anyone recommend any sprays I should use to help my sheltie’s coat that was cut too short?

Thank you to everyone who answered my question concerning my sheltie’s hair being cut too short by a groomer.
I will try the salmon oil supplement.
Does anyone know of any good sprays I should use on his coat, as well, to help the oil distribution and growth process ?
Thank you again.
T.
Yes rub baby oil or olive [...]

What type of food should I feed a Geriatric Shetland Sheepdog?

I have a geriatric Shetland Sheepdog with a very low appetite. Do you have any idea what type of food I might try feeding the dog? She use to eat canned dog food, but will hardly eat now.
It’s good for eat

what are the positives and negatives of having a sheltie ?

like what are some good qualities and bad qualities of a sheltie ?
please no websites !
This is a VERY good website to check on whether this breed will be suitable for you & your home or not. You can also read the Pros & Cons about them. Check it out:
http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/reviews/shelties.html
http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/dogbreeds/shelties.html
This website tells the real TRUTH [...]