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Shetland Sheepdog
Mini Lassie — the sound-sensitive thinker of the herding world.
Shelties are smart, sensitive, and famously vocal. They bond hard to one or two humans and stress under chaos. The double coat is a maintenance commitment.
What makes them, them
- 15–25 lb adult; long double coat needs weekly brushing.
- MDR1 sensitivity — test before vet visits.
- Hip dysplasia, eye anomalies, von Willebrand disease all in the breed.
- Sensitive to loud sounds — fireworks need indoor + enrichment plan.
Safety — what actually goes wrong
- Tag mandatory; Shelties are popular targets for opportunistic theft.
- Coat hides ID — NFC + QR works through fur.
- Recall solid in calm environments; weak under high-arousal triggers.
How Boop helps Shetland Sheepdogs stay home
Boop's medical-alert field flags MDR1 + von Willebrand status for emergency vets — info that matters before treatment.
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