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Name	Shetland Sheepdog	Blue Heeler	Miniature American Shepherd
Origins	Scotland	Australia	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd breeds.	Dwarf Scotch Shepherd Sheltie Shetland Collie Toonie Dog Miniature Collie	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	Ameri Mini American North American Shepherd
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Small Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges.	14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	15-35 pounds (6-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	20.5 pounds (9 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	25 pounds (11 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shetland Sheepdog or Blue Heeler or Miniature American Shepherd? Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd height comparison:	13-16 inches (33-41 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (37 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$400-$800	$900-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Shetland Sheepdog or Blue Heeler or Miniature American Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Miniature American Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which is easiest to train?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which breed is most alert?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which breed is most protective?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd? Compare temperaments.	Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Energetic Intelligent Loyal Devoted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd?	High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Miniature American Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd social needs comparison:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature American Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Miniature American Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which breed is most flexible?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Shetland Sheepdog or Blue Heeler or Miniature American Shepherd?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature American Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which uses mouth most during play?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature American Shepherd bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature American Shepherd: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shetland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which has fewer health issues?	The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	Miniature American Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Miniature American Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Heart Problems Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Haemophilia Trichiasis	No data available	No data available

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which breed is most active?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Blue Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shetland Sheepdog or Blue Heeler or Miniature American Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.	Blue Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shetland Sheepdog or Blue Heeler or Miniature American Shepherd?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Blue Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Miniature American Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. What colors are available?	Black Tan Blue White Sable Merle	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled	Black Blue White Merle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Miniature American Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which drools least?	The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature American Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Dense	Smooth
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shetland Sheepdog or Blue Heeler or Miniature American Shepherd? Shetland Sheepdog or Blue Heeler or {name3 shedding:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which is best with kids?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Blue Heeler or Miniature American Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Blue Heeler or Miniature American Shepherd?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Blue Heeler or Miniature American Shepherd?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd?	Yes Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Miniature American Shepherd dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shetland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature American Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Shetland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Miniature American Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature American Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	1-7 puppies	2-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Blue Heeler vs Miniature American Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Shetland Sheepdog, Blue Heeler, and Miniature American Shepherd. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available	No data available

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