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Often mistaken for the collie, the Shetland Sheep Dog is basically a miniature version of that working dog. It is also one of the most popular and beautiful breeds of dog in the world. Here some amazing fun facts about this loyal and highly trainable dog.

1. The Shetland Sheep Dog sheds its coat twice a year

This breed sheds in the summer and again in the fall. If it is kept indoors it does not shed nearly as much as one that is kept outdoors.