We got our Sheltie just after our son turned two. They have been great together and she is always up for a romp around the house with him, but she has certainly bonded more closely with me.
Interestingly, she has never been great around other little people though... never nippy, but always very...
I'm so sorry for your loss.
You almost had me watering up too. Shelties are my "special breed."
I grew up with three of them, and have had several more as an adult. They are such special little dogs, and the strength of their bond to "their person" is one of their most endearing qualities.
My...