Other Names. Aussie, Little Blue Dog. Miniature Collie, Shetland Collie (obsolete), Dwarf Scotch Shepherd (obsolete), Toonie Dog (obsolete), Sheltie. Breed Type. Purebred. Purebred. AKC Group. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.