The 25 Most Popular Dog Breeds In The United States

#24 SHETLAND SHEEPDOG

Shetland Sheepdogs—also known as Shelties—were bred in the Shetland Islands of Scotland as herding dogs of, you guessed it, sheep. They’re known to be incredibly loyal, intelligent, and eager to please making them great companions.

Shetland Sheepdogs were officially recognized as a breed by the American Kennel Club in 1909 and still today make great farm dogs. Unlike the Bernese Mountain Dog, this diminutive breed only reaches about 25 pounds but has a life expectancy of up to 14 years.