partly folded upright ears, are a desirable trait. 2.2 Height and weight. Shelties normally weigh around 5–11 kilograms (11–24 lb). Tipped ears, i.e. partly folded upright ears, are a desirable trait. 2.2 Height and weight. Shelties normally weigh around 5–11 kilograms (11–24 lb). In general, males are taller and heavier than females. Shelties normally weigh around 5–11 kilograms (11–24 lb). In general, males are taller and heavier than females.