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The Shetland Sheepdog is a people-loving breed that gets along with just about anyone. However, that special someone better be ready for a vocal companion because the only thing these dogs love more than people is barking. If you can keep the noise under control, Shelties could be the perfect family pup. Full-grown, they typically weigh 15-25 pounds and stand 13-16 inches tall.

Shetland Sheepdogs are generally excellent with children of all ages. Although they’re watchful around strangers, Shetland Sheepdogs are very sociable with children, other dogs, and pets. They're very vocal and bark quite a lot.

The Shetland Sheepdog needs to get out, work, and learn, but they can adapt to a more low-key lifestyle if needed. These dogs are happiest when they get to spend time with their families and play outside a few times each day. They’re also quite good at dog sports and are known to do especially well with agility. Overall, their exercise needs are high.

The Shetland Sheepdog has a long, wiry outer coat and short, soft undercoat. These dogs are usually sable, black and tan with white markings, black and white, or blue and black. Shelties do a good job of keeping themselves clean, but they need to be brushed and bathed regularly. Grooming-wise, this breed is moderate.

Shetland Sheepdogs are best suited for a house with a good-sized yard. They’re small enough to live in apartments or townhomes, but beware of their barking. Because of their barking habits and high energy level, Shelties are best suited for homes where they have plenty of room to play and can bark without disturbing the neighbors. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.

With kind personalities, insatiable curiosity, and energy for days, the Siberian Husky is a dog that loves their family yet can’t wait to escape. If you’re bringing one of these pups into your home, keep the fences high, the temperature cool, and the vacuum nearby. Full-grown, they typically weigh 35-60 pounds and stand 20-24 inches tall.

Siberian Huskys are generally excellent with children of all ages. The Siberian Husky gets along well with other Huskies, but they need to be trained carefully to play nicely with other pets. These dogs tend to be aggressive toward cats and other foreign animals. They're very vocal and bark quite a lot.

The Siberian Husky was bred to pull a heavy sled for countless miles, and their intense activity needs remain today. If you can't have them pull a sled, let your Husky run alongside you as you jog or ride a bicycle, ideally for at least an hour every day. These dogs get destructive and loud if they don’t get enough exercise, so activity is a requirement, not a preference. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

Siberian Huskies have a dense, smooth undercoat and coarse outer coat of short, straight hair. You can find them in many color combinations, but the most common are pure white or white with black, grey, or copper-red, all with blond markings. Siberian Huskies “blow” their long hair twice a year. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Siberian Huskys are best suited for a house with a good-sized yard. Because of their size and long coat, Siberian Huskies are not well-suited to apartments or warm climates. They are moderately trainable with consistent effort.