Sometimes Ozzie and Jada talk about the old days.

“Remember how many rules there were?”

According to the breed standards, “Shelties worked as farm helpers and home protectors, watching over crofters’ cottages, flocks and herds from invaders of all kinds.”

“At least we missed that era. That must have been really annoying.”

‘Normally the expression should be alert, gentle, intelligent and questioning.’

“We have a question. When’s dinner?”

“Mane and frill should be abundant, and particularly impressive in males.”

“Nailed it.”

“Carriage of tail at rest is straight down or in a slight upward curve. When the dog is alert the tail is normally lifted, but it should not be curved forward over the back.”

“I’m retired. Neener.”