Shetland Sheepdog

If you are buying a Shetland Sheep Dog puppy you should make sure that your breeder has tested the parents and puppy for potential congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. illnesses.  The breeder should be able to provide you with the test results for both the parents and any results for puppies being sold.   Each test has different criteria and different types of results so you may want to review the results with a veterinarian if the breeder is unable to answer your questions on the results to your satisfaction.   By taking the time to discuss testing

Jane Hammett-Bright is a top Sheltie breeder with some of the most beautiful well behaved shelties we have ever seen.  Despite her busy schedule as a breeder and handler, she took some time to answer some questions regarding this beautiful and playful breed. 

These are the most common inherited illnesses in Shetland Sheepdogs.  Shetland Sheepdogs can inherit other illnesses beyond these, but these are the most prevalent.  If you are thinking of breeding Shetland Sheepdogs, please speak with your veterinarian about potential tests that should be done to avoid congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. disorders in offspring.