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Obviously, each dog is different, with varying personality and lifestyle. Shelties, as a whole, are known to nip people. Being herding dogs, it comes naturally to them. My own sheltie, however, does not nip; at least, not precisely. She more just bumps her nose against my heels/legs when she's happy and excited. Her teeth rarely touch me. I've never tried to stop this behavior, finding it rather endearing. I do know another sheltie, though, that does have a problem with nipping. He goes to AKC competitions where nipping can disqualify him. But nipping often is not a problem, as shelties rarely bite down hard. If it does become a problem, training should eliminate it. IN SHORT: Yes, they do nip.
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Are Shelties Timid?
They can be. This is a trait that is avoided by breeders but nonetheless some shelties are simply timid creatures.
What colors do shelties come in?
Shelties come in: Sable Blue Merle Tri Color Bi-Blue Bi-Black Shaded Sable Double Merle - double merle is when two blue merle shelties mate and there baby comes out mostly white. Those shelties are bound to be either deaf or blind. It's sad. :(
How do mother shelties protect ther babies?
They bite.
What do you call a Nip from a dog?
A Nip.
When do shelties breed?
usually year round but mostly in spring
Do you hate Shelties?
No, nobody should hate any dog.
What is Shelties life cycle?
Between 14-20 Years
Where to get shelties?
You can get a sheltie from a breeder, shelter, or rescue organization. Never buy dogs from pet stores. Himark Shelties is a good place if you want a sheltie for AKC conformation, agility, or obedience.
Is it nip it in the bud or nip it in the butt?
It's a plant bud you're nipping - you nip or cut it off to stop the plant from growing in that area.
How much do shelties cost?
mine cost $800 but i got him from a breeder
Can shelties eat popcorn and be okay?
yes they will as long as it was plain popcorn
When was Nip Pellew born?
Nip Pellew was born in 1893.
