Why Shelties are the best dogs!

Here is a short video of our dog Hannah. If you are considering a pet breed, I'd like to make the case for Shelties. They are extremely smart, loyal, and all around great dogs to have! Enjoy!

[@mpaxton8991]

I rescued an abused Sheltie and she was such a wonderful girl! She was chained up in a muddy pig pen, matted and filthy. Her leg had been broken from being kicked and the white tip of her tail was missing. It too two tubs of water to clean her and she was so starved for the affection she let me take the time to clip all the matted hair with scissors. She had been fed gross cheap food and bread and I gave her good meat. She adjusted well to my home and we had such a good time. We played hide and seek and tag, and played in the snow. She got on the bed with me every morning and woke me by sticking her cold wet nose in my arm pit to hear me squeal! She was the best guard dog I've ever had and was super protective of me and my baby. She was the first one e to make him smile. Shes been gone 24 years and I still cry over her.

[@danbasta3677]

I can't take reading this. How could ANYBODY ever hurt snd abuse such beautiful and intellegrnt little Sheltie Collie Dog's like this. i hate prople, I really, really hate people like this out there.

[@JustMe-ec2ph]

@@danbasta3677 How can anybody hurt any dog or any pet? Some people are so cruel and if I had my way everyone that abused or abandoned any pet would be in jail. Our fur babies feel pain, love, hunger, hot, cold, etc. just like we do. The only difference is they don't show pain like we do unless it's really bad 😥😥😥 M Paxton, What a special person you are!! She couldn't had been healthy going through all of that but I sure hope she is now and enjoying the good life she should have had all along! Another thing that upsets me is when people abandon older dogs just because they are old 😤 Some have actually admitted they took their older dogs to a rescue because they wanted to get a puppy instead. I wouldn't let someone like that adopt any dogs or cats ever!! If someone loves their fur babies when they are young they will love them when they are old, too. 💖

[@justjello7714]

I’m glad that Sheltie lived a good life with you, and no one who does that deserves animals at all.

[@katlovesdogs4119]

@@JustMe-ec2ph How could anyone do such a thing? I guess they would drop an elderly parent off at the cheapest place they could find. I told my daughters I never want to go to a place like that. I had to go to a Rehab once and they also housed elderly patients. It was horrible. They almost killed me twice by giving me the wrong medication and I had asked them each time what meds they were giving me. The problem was the girl who handed out the meds didn't know what they were and just told me what she thought they were. I know, I digress. Shelties are beautiful, wonderful dogs. I love my Laddie and don't know how anyone could hurt these beautiful, sensitive animals.

[@JustMe-ec2ph]

@@katlovesdogs4119 I don't know how they could except they are just horrible people to start with 😒 It's a good thing you were paying attention when your meds were handed to you. I hope you reported them for what they did to you and others. Probably best to do that after you finished Rehab. Yes, Shelties are beautiful, wonderful dogs. I have my third one now but my other dogs I had before them were wonderful, too. I just wish all pets could have loving and caring homes. They give so much and ask for so little. I never get totally over my fur babies that passed on. It leaves a sadness in me that doesn't go away but focusing on my fur babies that were/are still with me helps me a lot. They don't take the place of the ones that have passed but just creates another spot in our hearts to love them, too. 💖🐶

[@Soyala27]

She is so smart she knows you're lying about leaving. ;)

[@rollingdudes8859]

SO TRUE!!! Shelties even know when you are pretending to be upset, they will just ignore you!!! When you are really upset they come and comfort you!!! Such sweet and SMART dogs!!!

[@FadingtoRed]

She nudged the cage door open by herself my heart just melted, I love sheltie's!

[@mykalt45]

+alexisnicole Sheltie's are great dogs.

[@helenblack3084]

Same I have one myself called lexi she’s a blue and white sort of colour she is amazing 💜💙

[@katlovesdogs4119]

My Sheltie, Laddie, could be your Sheltie's twin. He's a great companion, sooo sweet. He was a handful as a puppy and his puppy hood lasted until he was three years old. 😀🤭

[@Oksam926]

I have owned shelties ever since 1985, which is when I got my first one. It was in a cage in a pet store and was the only puppy that was too shy to interact with the other dogs. It was so adorable that I asked if I could hold it and it MELTED into my arms. My wife and I literally had to take out a loan to buy that dog, but I could not leave it behind. It slept next to my bed and waited for me to wake up every morning, whereupon it would jump up on the bed and start kissing me. It was so affectionate that I had to beg it to please stop licking my face. I am currently on my fourth and fifth shelties, both of which are rescue dogs. These two dogs came with some emotional 'baggage' that I have been dealing with since day one. Shelties are easier to train when raised from puppyhood, but it's incredibly rewarding to give an unwanted dog a new life, so from now on I'll only consider rescue dogs.

[@mpaxton8991]

Oksam926 Bless you for your kindness.

[@adelecollins9762]

I have 3 shelties.. 14 yr old.. 4.5 yr and 12 weeks.. and 2 others who passed away... i only kennel or exercise pen the puppy until its housebroken and learned not to chew electricial wire. Just for safety otherwise the have free reign of the whole floor i live on.. nut everyone situation is different.. the dog in this video may eat the rug or garbage.. or any other of a 1000 things it could do to ne a danger to itself

[@danbasta3677]

How could anyone not want a Sheltie Collie? Oh, wait, found my little Cassie at the Beaver County humane shelter. She was there a day and a half when I found her, the LOUDEST Dog there barking, had to have her this instsnt! Paid my adoption fee, snd she's been my very BEST, BEST friend ever since. Clean Dog to, she won't do number 1 or 2 in the house, prefers to be outside running around the house as I own 125 acres of ground in Pennsylvania. I love her forever MORE!

[@dropUrPeaches]

Hannah looks like an absolutely wonderful girl. I grew up with shelties, and you're absolutely right. They're incredibly intelligent, and loya

[@janetallen6246]

Shelties are AWESOME!! We recently had to say goodbye to our precious Sheltie, Bensen, who was almost 14 and such a good boy! We miss him everyday. 😢

[@karenkennedy6331]

I had 6 of my own, I totally agree, so responsive, sensitive, intelligent and sweet.💗

[@bridgettepinkelman491]

What a beautiful girl Hannah is! She reminds me of my sheltie. I had her from the time I was 8 y/o to when I was 23 y/o. She was the best!!!

[@batmandeltaforce]

I have had a few and they are awesome. We raised them like the kids and talk to them the same way. It is amazing how much they learn the language.

[@Grungefan2018]

How cute !! She has the exact same coloring as my sheltie I lost 3 years ago. He's permanently in my heart and soul. So sensitive so smart and so cute you had to laugh no at that face . Killed me with cuteness every single day

[@naomicarlon1324]

Our Sheltie passed 2 years ago….. I would so dearly love to get another one like him. It’s true what you said……the whole neighborhood loved him…. Joey was so friendly and fun…..Thankyou for sharing… brought back happy memories

[@perceive8159]

A wonderful dog and a true friend, I just lost mine after 12 years, we did everything together.I’m absolutely heartbroken and still cry.I miss him so much a part of my soul went with him. When I can handle it I will definitely get another little prince 👑.Thanks for the share!

[@Grungefan2018]

I lost mine 3 years ago . I dont know when the hurt will let up. We were soooo close. I feel bad that someone else is feeling this pain as well.

[@cutiepisunshine]

Shelties are amazing therapy dogs to

[@colestarkman339]

I have my second sheltie and he is so sweet. Hana is adorable. She's so sweet looking.

[@riotsquadgaming7460]

i'm on my third. his sweetness is off the charts. he's so much more awesome than my first two were (females). he almost always wants to lean against someone, or be near them like curled up by their feet, shit like that. plus he will also come up to you and stare until you do the right thing and give him some pets lol.

[@patwise8798]

I was a sheltie breeder and show exhibitor - this is a wonderful breed, temperament, loyalty - one of my shelties visited hospital patients - in some cases an emotional experience.

[@carboz959]

You never forget a Sheltie if you've ever been lucky enough to have one. The first time my family saw our beloved Sheltie was at a pet shop where he was all legs and energy. We ALL knew he was the one because we could tell how intelligent and loving he was. He past away at age 16 and I have NEVER forgotten him (tears). He is up in Heaven with my beloved Mom and Dad and they all are young and happy.

[@gtpcruiser02]

Thank You Michael Torres for loving, respecting, appreciating Hannah for the wonderful magnificent creature she is.

[@carolinagirl1967]

I grew up with shelties.they are Wonderful the BEST dogs!!!!

[@sbenard1]

My two shelties used to go outside and wait by the fence for me all day while I was at work. My room mate told me they waited there the entire day. They would wait and watch for my truck coming down the street, and then they would run back into the house. They were the best, sweetest, most obedient dogs I've ever owned. Smart, too!

[@MrTheMark21]

I grew up with a shetland dog, when he died I died a little myself...

[@nevillebamshoot2012]

I know that feel bro

[@MilkDrinkingBadass]

My family had two when i was baby then they died when i was 5 and now we have a new sheltie 6 years old atm if he would get run over by car i would suecide..... but thats not gonna happend :)

[@Shwee113]

Mine were like sisters barely younger than me. They died within two days of each other.

[@stingerbee8346]

I am a grown man and I can't watch these videos without tears. Miss my girl.

[@mpaxton8991]

MrTheMark21 Yes. I understand the liss of a sheltie. There is never another pet like them.

[@ezymk69]

Love your video!! I had Shelties growing up, and I have two now. A sable female named Bella and a blue merle male named Bandit. Shelties are truly the best dog breed, smart, loyal, and good watchdogs. My grandparents always had collies on the farm, but I love the 'compact' version! Merry Christmas to you and your Sheltie!!

[@heatherlockhart8038]

I have a Sheltie/border collie mix and she is the best dog I've ever had.Hardly ever barks,non aggressive,sweet,loyal,and we would'nt trade her for anything.

[@kristenbellomy3317]

My Sheltie Wally loved to watch this video. I kinda think he had a doggie crush on Hannah. I just to put him to sleep in June and every day without him is so hard. Life is is a little more easier in August I brought a Sheltie puppy. Her name is Lily. Can't imagine life without a sheltie.

[@Michaelarainbow12]

I had a sheltie myself! He looked almost like your dog! He was a very smart dog! Shelties are the best! Btw your dog is super cute!

[@madfreya2564]

My grandma has a Sheltie, and I'm planning to get one myself. Thanks for uploading.

[@tanaramorris6369]

Got a nine month old sheltie and they are so much fun and so smart

[@YoungKnightRS]

I have had 2 shelties and I plan on getting a third once this current one age 12 passes. These are the best and most faithful and protective dogs. Not to mention they are sooooo smart. best breed ever!!!!

[@LenGuy11]

I have a 9 year old Sheltie that I have had since he was 9 weeks old. He is my baby boy and I love him so much. He was the runt of the litter and only weighs 14 pounds. Also, he is a black and white one. Boufford (his name) is so smart, and he just loves everyone, including all animals. Although he exhibits many Sheltie traits, he is not so typical. He really isn't shy and loves being around people, even though his daddy (me) is always his first priority. Boof is so much fun, loves to play, and is so loyal and loving. It barely took me one week to train him to go outside. Yes, he is quite vocal at times, but doesn't go over board with it. Shelties are a wonderful breed and as all dogs should be considered, part of the family!!!

[@Grungefan2018]

Mine was 16 and acted like a puppy right up until the last year he was alive. Each day without him kills me and it's been 3 years now. We were so close. I can feel him with me even now .

[@mikeno95]

ur dog was so smart she knew you weren't actually leaving haha

[@you6382tube]

They really are smart. Gentle, fun, silly and loyal. Loved ours so much.

[@davidfreeman283]

Awesome! I love the video! Its so cute.This is actually pretty inspiring.I want to get a sheltie one day.Thanks for the video

[@owenfry1402]

im getting a sheltie in 3 days!

[@jamie4884]

owen fry is she/he a good doggo 😱❣

[@AJ-80085]

How are things going with them?

[@denisestevenson1053]

Oh you love your little Baby My Chase has never been a problem he is

[@littleblitz8239]

I had a Sheltie from 8 weeks old. I trained him. My wife at the time couldn't get him to listen to her. He would to an extent. He loved the car rides. I wish I still had him today

[@charitarai1881]

i have had 2 shelties in my lifetime the first one live to be 7 years old the second one lived to be 12 years old. its amazing for a dog to live that long or longer!

[@barbie19604]

Such a beautiful and great gal!! Thanks for sharing!!!!

[@ladyfox825]

I have had 5 total Shelties thur out my life, & what I have too say is....... "Hands~Down" There the Most, Wonderful, Beautiful, & Loving Dog in the WHOLE WORLD!!! I will always have a special place in my heart for them!!! I really have no over words on how to discrib this Amazing Breed!!! I just love them to pieces!!!.....;);););D;D;D

[@Grungefan2018]

YES !!!

[@Shwee113]

She's so happy that she did good.

[@robertpolley1785]

Love your Hannah. We adopted a five-year-old, male sheltie and were amazed at how smart he was. He made us laugh everyday and was such a wonderful guy. We had to put him down at 10 1/2 after he developed cancer. It broke my heart, but I had promised him I would not let him suffer. Thanks for sharing this video.

[@CelineCoiYunLam]

Thank you so much:) I do hope so too

[@dropUrPeaches]

loyal*. Hands down the best of breeds.

[@lonewolfpatriot8144]

Pylades Drunk our Shelties are our lives. They are gifts from God. They melt our hearts every day, pure love.

[@cali524]

She is awesome thanks for sharing :)

[@Calisie14]

Wow shelties is so Cute!!

[@isabelfohom2322]

Shelties are one of my favorite dogs

[@PingByter]

Imagine at 2:16, He would have said "Shit, I forgot my keys! Hannah, open the door!"

[@ruthy567]

YOU ARE AWSOME for owning a sheltie I love them !

[@leechthewildcat]

As an owner of two Shelties so far I 100% agree!!

[@MissGingerDog]

I agree,I love shelties too!! ❤️

[@charachoppel3116]

She is sooo sweet. Of course she is curious about the camera. We also had a sheltie. They are fantastic.

[@amandawarren7169]

She’s so cute😂❤ I love shelties

[@raymondvaughan6262]

Beautiful dogs we had two so friendly and intelligent very clever and play full 😀

[@midnightrun108]

Shelties are great dogs. I had one for about three years before she died, she was 7 when I got her and died at 10 of kidney failure. They many times though do live to be 13, 14, 15 years old. Mine went into kidney failure. But the three years I had her she was great, very loving, and so much fun to be with. I would get another sheltie in a heart beat if I lived where I could have a dog again. Great video.

[@vicw.2263]

she's so smart she knew you weren't REALLY leaving. That's why she hesitated and wouldn't stay in the cage! :-D

[@megmc5683]

I totally agree with your description of shelties!❤️❤️❤️ she knows you are not going! I miss mine😞

[@marieczarnecki8973]

Gorgeous...

[@frankielane1517]

I have funny sheltie that barks whenever someone opens the door but i take her for walk totally silent

[@susanbeck8616]

When you picked up the keys to leave - Hannah wanted to GO with you! My daughter has a Sheltie and takes here e-v-e-r-y-w-h-e-r-e - we love it! Take yours along for the ride too!

[@duchessofdp]

I was talking to a friend tonight about her Sheltie. He is very smart too. I am thinking about getting one to train as a service dog since I'm in a wheelchair. They are beautiful dogs!

[@robertcalderone5998]

Linda M....I am so sorry you are in a wheelchair. Shelties are high energy dogs that require exercise everyday. Shelties make great therapy dogs as long as someone walks and let's them run everyday.

[@trekzilladmc]

I had 2 Shelties. They truely are the best!

[@azureadams]

Love shelties! I've had two and they were both the smartest and loyal and perfect dogs. Both were great with kids, babies, cats, and lots of other stuff. If anyone is considering getting one find a local sheltie rescue. This sheltie looks like she needs some more meat on her bones!

[@mykalt45]

That's really cool about your dog. I will check your video out!

[@kemptonjones]

Hi Michael and Hello Hannah! It's a treat for Boon Truegift and I to enjoy your video. Boon's a handsome 6-year old sable & white male Sheltie. Mom's in a wheelchair and since she's hearing impaired, Boon lets her know when her phone rings and when visitors arrive at the door. Boon Truegift also enjoys Facebook. And now Hannah, we'll be sharing your fine video with Boon Truegift's many friends around the globe.

[@mykalt45]

Wow. Great story on how awesome your Sheltie is.

[@mykalt45]

Great that you're spending time. Sad that she's getting older.

[@marilynlejeune5675]

She probably doesn’t even need to stay in kennel. They are good dogs. THE BEST if you ask me. I will always have a Sheltie. My heart can’t do without. 🥰

[@cutiepisunshine]

I have one and he is very sweet to everyone

[@johnnelson635]

my sheltie is so smart he barks when he hears the keys :-)

[@johnnelson635]

plus mine is fluffy and likes to heard the chickens at my Nana's farm.

[@unironicallyb8053]

John Nelson Mine barks and flips sometimes when he hears the garage door open or the car pull up into the driveway.

[@mykalt45]

We had a sheltie named clara belle. She was so sweet. Our sheltie, Hannah, can be a little mischievous sometimes!

[@sheltiemanva]

From the looks of things, I seriously doubt she needs to be in that cage while you are gone.

[@katlovesdogs4119]

MR. CHEAP'S OLD MOTORHOME• I crate my Laddie at night because he prefers it. He let's me know when he wants out.

[@mstjbryant2009]

Hannah looks alot like my Lacey, we have her in an obedience class, she is 8 months old. I also raise them. They truly are the best pets ever!

[@josephhartnett5855]

I never thought I could get My sheltie to go in her cage like that but now All I say is daddy is going to work and she runs in right away I do leave it open for her but she loves just napping in there shelties are awesome

[@danbasta3677]

Just like my little Sheltie Collie, Cassie. My ONLY BEST friend. I love her very, very much!

[@OceanbornAngel]

I'm sold! I want a Sheltie.

[@mykalt45]

They are definitely smart. That is for sure!

[@marypathigley2110]

Very Sweet Dogs

[@mykalt45]

Thank you very much.

[@edwang9611]

I have a sheltie. They are great dogs.

[@Vavfaf]

charmanter vorführeffekt! :'> so cute! ( :

[@anna352a]

Yup shelties are the best dogs!

[@DanieWise]

Oh she is so cute and sweet! I saw one today at the dog park and I might want that to be our 2nd dog. we are looking for one to be our first pups buddy.

[@mykalt45]

That's a really nice story.

[@hansdebartolo3]

I can't wait to get a sheltie..her and my hamster will be instant friends!

[@kglove01]

I've had three Shelties in my life and none of them were barkers like the other breeds of dogs I've had. As the poster of the video said, they are VERYYYYYYYYY smart and love to learn things so you have to have time to dedicate to spend with them to teach them on a consistent basis.

[@TennesseeShelties]

oh how cute.

[@anna352a]

Shelties ARE the best dogs ever!

[@jonathanbrown7250]

For the people freaked out that she's in a crate, dogs don't think about it the same way. They're denning animals and sack out for 16 hrs a day, so I doubt sleeping in the cage all day is a big deal to her. Dogs actually prefer to feel safe on their sides, above and behind when laying down. We had a crate for our sheltie, left the door open, and he went in there to sleep because he wanted to.

[@huskylover365]

they really are the best! I

[@mpeters220]

They are brave and loyal and fun-loving dogs truly I agree they are the best dogs in the world but they bark a lot and they can be willful. This one is very obedient and smart so this is an excellent dog. But sometimes they can be barky troublemakers but those are the ones you love the most like my girl Scarlett who died several years ago but I still love her the most.

[@djallen16]

Love shelties

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

You have just listed all the reasons I have had shelties for 53 years. Ps my shelties figured out if I spelled their favorite things what I was talking about. Samwize a male I had for 12 years could identify over a dozen of his toys ..then I got to busy to keep working on extending his vocab. But he learned other things ..like back up, turn on the fan, get the phone. ..if he saw something he benefited from he learned in 2 or 3 tries. It pays to talk to shelties.

[@Chocolateproof]

I have a sheltie named Lexi. I've never had any other dogs besides shelties and didnt realize how dumb they make other dogs seem. teaching Lexi things took very little time and effort. I can tell Lexi to go and touch an object on the floor (shoe, sock, ect.) and she will run up to it and just put her paw on it. I taught her this one day when i was bored and needed to pass time. thats how easy it is. she also gives "kisses" when you ask her to and knows many hand commands. Best dogs ever!

[@SurgeClock]

You can teach any dog that but that is one of the smartest dogs in the world and fastest to train

[@silence4452]

I will have a golden retriever and a Shetland Sheepdog in soontime :) Lovely dogs I have to say

[@MrE399]

My dad brought my first dog when I was 5, and it was a Sheltie. We named her Heidie. I'm 37 now so she's been dead for quite a while. I've been without a dog for about 2 years after my last dog, a Cocker Spaniel died. Think I'm going to get myself another Sheltie!

[@slickdaddy12]

I like all dogs. However if you want the ride of your life . . the sheltie is a solid choice. They have a sweet spirit. Their intelligence is off the charts.

[@brenandavis9362]

I have a Shellie named daisy and she is the best Shellie’s are the best dogs and I agree with you

[@dougchan8161]

We had a Sheltie named Shalimar. Loved her to death. She died in 2002. Miss her so much.

[@swoosh50]

Man your lucky to have this dog! I just put my sheltie down.

[@anniegyldenbjerg6609]

I recommend shelties to anyone who would like a loyal, affectionate, intelligent dog who is excellent with children. They are incredibly easy to train, do not make a mess inside or damage anything, do not growl at little ones, etc. I've had 2 bi-coloured (black & white) girls, Suki & Squirt. Suki lived 14 years and Squirtie was JUST diagnosed with liver/kidney issues :'( at 11 years. Squirtie has had the occasional seizure (1-2 times a year in her elder years), and developed hypothyroidism. I know I am biased, but if you want a dog that show you love like no other, a sheltie is the dog you want! :)

[@mmp241000]

I have a sheltie to and she is called Megu. She is smart like your dog Hana.

[@bobgreg7197]

Aww i have a sheltie and when I put my shoes on he knows we are leaving and follows me to the door ;)

[@kopi1030]

Collies, my favourite dog... :D

[@Shwee113]

This isn't a collie