Shetland sheepdog
No, you are not looking at a toy Collie. Though they look alike, the Shetland Sheepdog is nothing like the Collie (we all love Lassie though). These cute dogs are also known as Shelties, and they originate from the Shetland Islands in Ireland.
Their multi-colored coat is the first thing that attracts everyone’s attention and what is amazing, is that it is similar to the one of the Samoyed. Their fur is water and dirt resistant. This is extremely important as they were primarily used as sheepdogs: hearing cattle and sheep around in the Irish climate. Nowadays these friendly furry babies bring joy to many families.
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I had 4 St Bernards and 2 Newfies (not at the same time, except for a St. Bernard and a puppy Saint. loved them all, but they do not live as long as smaller dogs. Of course, there are special ones that live a tad longer, Mostly 8-10 years. The undercoat keep them warm and they are water dogs. Had a kiddie pool for the Newfies and would put tennis balls in the water and they would rescue them out. Used to get a full trashbag full of undercoat when brushed, (literally). Would leave some out for the birds and they would take it to lne their nests. The lucky little ones. St. Bernards did not particularly like water, but were right at home with the snow and the Newfies, obviously water. LOVED LOVED both breeds. Now have had to downsize to a toy poodle who has his own personality, I had a dog since I was 7 and now am 77, soon to be 78.