The Shetland Sheepdog is a small breed of dog with a very beautiful and elegant looking coat. Shetland Sheepdog Colors, in respect of their coat, can be blue-merle, sable and black with various amounts of white or tan in them. The Colors of the Shetland Sheepdog make a great addition to this fantastic dog and give it a beautiful look. Furthermore, with the coat being smooth and of a woolly texture, the Colors and the appearance of the coat is one of the Shetland Sheepdog's main features.
Due to the colour of the Shetland Sheepdog's coat, many dog lovers are drawn to the breed and a lot of the Shetland Sheepdog's have a certain amount pure white colored fur around their legs, which is another distinctive feature of the dog.
The Colors of the Shetland Sheepdog's coat can start to fade if bathed excessively. Whilst not common, many owners only groom their Shetland Sheepdog on regular occasions, not bathing the dog every time. The grooming helps to keep the color of the coat looking its full strength and of natural appearance.