8 Breeds Similar to Shetland Sheepdog

If you love the Shetland Sheepdog, these breeds share the most traits in common โ€” from size and energy level to grooming and trainability.

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Pembroke Welsh Corgi
1100% match

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

smallHerding
Same sizeSame groupSimilar energy+5 more

Low-set and sturdy with an endearingly foxy face, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a surprisingly athletic herding dog. Known for their intelligence, affection, and big personality in a small package.

Miniature American Shepherd
2100% match

Miniature American Shepherd

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Same sizeSame groupSimilar energy+5 more

A compact, intelligent herding dog that packs all the drive and smarts of an Australian Shepherd into a smaller frame. They are loyal, versatile, and thrive with mental stimulation.

German Shepherd
380% match

German Shepherd

largeHerding
Same groupSimilar energySimilar trainability+4 more

Courageous, confident, and incredibly intelligent, the German Shepherd is the world's premier working dog. They are fiercely loyal to their families and excel in police, military, and service roles.

Australian Shepherd
480% match

Australian Shepherd

mediumHerding
Same groupSimilar energySimilar trainability+4 more

Strikingly beautiful and incredibly smart, the Australian Shepherd is a high-energy herding dog that thrives with an active family. They excel in agility, flyball, and any task that challenges their minds.

Border Collie
580% match

Border Collie

mediumHerding
Same groupSimilar energySimilar trainability+4 more

Widely considered the most intelligent of all dog breeds, the Border Collie is a tireless herder with an intense work ethic. They need a job to do and an owner who can match their energy.

Belgian Tervuren
680% match

Belgian Tervuren

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Same groupSimilar energySimilar trainability+4 more

An elegant, athletic Belgian herding dog with a rich mahogany coat and black mask. Tervurens are highly trainable, intensely bonded to their owners, and excel in obedience and agility.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
775% match

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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Same sizeSimilar energySimilar trainability+3 more

The ultimate lap dog, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is gentle, graceful, and endlessly affectionate. They adapt to any living situation and bond deeply with their owners.

Miniature Schnauzer
875% match

Miniature Schnauzer

smallTerrier
Same sizeSimilar energySimilar trainability+3 more

A spirited, obedient little dog with a distinctive beard and bushy eyebrows. Miniature Schnauzers are alert, spunky companions that adapt well to both city and country life.