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Shetland sheepdog

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Shetland sheepdog
n.
A herding dog of a breed developed in the Shetland Islands, having a rough coat and resembling a small collie.

Shetland sheepdog
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Breeds) a small dog similar in appearance to a rough collie Also called sheltie
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Noun1.Shetland sheepdog - a small sheepdog resembling a collie that was developed in the Shetland IslandsShetland sheepdog - a small sheepdog resembling a collie that was developed in the Shetland Islands
sheep dog, sheepdog, shepherd dog - any of various usually long-haired breeds of dog reared to herd and guard sheep


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