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American Sheltie
American Shelties come in a range of sizes. Pet-owners cannot take too literally labels that tell how much to feed a Sheltie, charts that provide ideal weights for different breeds, or even advertisements for "Sheltie-sized" crates and other accessories. While show Shelties must measure between 13-16" at the shoulder, the vast majority are over 14", and keeping their dogs "in size" is a constant challenge for some breeders. Pet Shelties have been known to reach 20" or more and weigh upwards of 40 lbs. At the same time, petite Shelties of less than 13" are still sometimes seen. This diversity gives rise to confusing terms. Newspaper ads regularly offer for sale "toy collies," "miniature collies," "mini-Lassies," or even "toy Shelties." No such breeds exist. A Sheltie is a Sheltie, regardless of size.
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