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  1. Announcements

    1. Events

      Premium Members can post event announcements here.
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      Latest: New Jersey Sheltie Rescue Picnic danisgoat, Dec 29, 2015

    2. Missing Shelties

      If you know of a lost or found Sheltie, please post it here.
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      Latest: Missing Shetie - Suburban Chicago IL - NW ghggp, Mar 7, 2019

    3. Forum Notifications

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  2. Sheltie Talk

    1. Say Hello!

      C'mon in and introduce yourself!
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      Latest: Hi everyone, meet Frisk! ghggp, Apr 2, 2019

    2. Considering a Sheltie?

      Get tips and advice from other Sheltie owners here.
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      Latest: Advice on bringing a second sheltie into the home? Cindy, Apr 13, 2019

    3. Puppies 101

      Forum for all those new puppy questions!
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      Latest: Teeth Caro, Apr 18, 2019 at 8:36 PM

    4. Sheltie Angels

      A place to give & receive support for our Shelties who have gone to the Rainbow Bridge.
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      Latest: Annabelle is with Casey now mimiretz, Apr 20, 2019 at 2:14 PM

    5. Sheltie Chat

      SHELTIE-RELATED topics that don’t fit anywhere else!
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      1. Fuzzy Photo Updates

      Latest: What Tully did for Easter Caro, Apr 20, 2019 at 9:59 PM

    6. General Dog Chat

      Feel like talking about topics other than Shelties? DOG RELATED TOPICS ONLY PLEASE.
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      Latest: Happy Easter Sharon7, Apr 20, 2019 at 12:49 PM

  3. Health

    1. Behavior

      You don't speak Sheltie? Learn to interpret and deal with their behaviors here.
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      Latest: Why doesn’t my sheltie like to be touched or snuggles Hanne, Apr 19, 2019 at 2:29 AM

    2. Grooming

      Learn tips and techniques that will make your Sheltie look their best!
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      Latest: Toothbrush ttexan, Apr 11, 2019

    3. Sheltie Training

      Forum for general training discussions. (I.e., tricks, leash training, crate training, clicker training, etc.)
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      Latest: Finnie obedience update Piper's mom, Apr 10, 2019

    4. Diseases & Illnesses

      Forum for discussion of specific medical problems.
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      Latest: I too lost my precious friend to a gallbladder mucocele who'dathunk, Apr 15, 2019 at 7:33 PM

    5. Drugs & Medications

      Is your Sheltie on medications? Get questions answered and support here.
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      Latest: My puppy ate detachol! Shelby's mom, Apr 13, 2019

    6. General Health

      Forum for discussing health and dental issues.
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      Latest: Sandstorm had his echocardiogram! He's okay! KarenCurtis, Apr 19, 2019 at 10:34 AM

    7. Senior Sheltie Health

      Enjoy those golden years. Talk to other Sheltie owners about their experiences.
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      Latest: Brooke - not good news Cindy, Apr 19, 2019 at 9:19 PM

  4. Diet & Nutrition

    1. BARF, Raw & Natural Diets

      Discuss nutrition information, advice and feeding options here.
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      Latest: Mixing freeze dried raw food with kibbles Sunflower77, Apr 12, 2019

    2. Commercial Food

      Discuss wet vs. dry, brands, ingredients, quality and more.
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      Latest: Picky Eater Suggestions Needed Caro, Apr 20, 2019 at 9:52 PM

    3. Treats & Supplements

      Did someone say c-o-o-k-i-e?
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      Latest: Major chewer here pomshe, Apr 10, 2019

    4. Recipes

      Shelties love home cooking!
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      Latest: Homemade dog food ideas Caro, Mar 25, 2019

  5. Performance Sports

    1. Agility

      Forum for discussing all aspects of the Sheltie in Agility.
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      Latest: Feb 2019 Nadac Calliesmom, Mar 26, 2019

    2. Flyball

      Forum for flying Shelties! (Say that 5 times fast!)
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      Latest: Sca's crown is getting ready to go to Missy SheepOfBlue, Jul 26, 2018

    3. Herding & Tracking

      Discussion of the Sheltie doing the work it was bred for!
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      Latest: over the river and through the woods ... trying out tracking Sharon7, Dec 13, 2018

    4. Obedience

      Topics concerning competition, training questions and advice.
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      Latest: Out of practice Calliesmom, Mar 25, 2019

    5. Other Sports

      Forum to discuss other dog sports like disc dog, tracking, lure coursing, musical freestyle, etc.
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      Latest: Dock diving corbinam, Jun 7, 2018

  6. Breed Handling

    1. Getting Started in Conformation

      New to breed handling? Have a question? Get answers from the experts here!
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      Latest: Puppy Class or Am Bred? Debbie G, Sep 29, 2018

    2. Handling Chat

      Need info on upcoming shows? Need advice? Want to vent? This is the place!
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      1. Show Brags!

      Latest: Flurry Shows Off! ghggp, Jul 28, 2018

    3. Show Grooming

      Bathing, brushing & tips for dogs competing in conformation shows.
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      Latest: Question about brownish skin around the eyes Caro, Sep 27, 2016

    4. Sheltie Colors

      Sable, Tri, Bi, Blue, Merle....what does it all mean? Find out more & discuss color genetics here.
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      Latest: Is Chance a Sable Merle? Calliesmom, Jan 24, 2019

    5. Handling Techniques

      Forum for help with training for the show ring.
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      Latest: No ears tofu pup, Aug 5, 2015

    6. Pedigrees

      Researching your Sheltie's family tree? Have a pedigree question? Get details here.
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      Latest: I lost Sherlocks registration papers TME, Oct 23, 2017

    7. The Sheltie Standard

      Area to discuss the AKC standard.
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      Latest: Unusual top line? corbinam, Nov 19, 2017

  7. Sheltie Gear

    1. Clothing, Leashes & Collars

      Sheltie fashion can be fun!
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      Latest: Dog Backpack recommendation? Cindy, May 4, 2018

    2. Crates & Beds

      Place to discuss alternatives to using YOUR bed/couch. (Shhh...just don't tell the Shelties!)
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      Latest: Kennel bumpers ghggp, May 4, 2018

    3. Toys

      The Sheltie with the most toys wins! squeak, squeak!
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      Latest: Looking for toys to interest my sheltie Hanne, Aug 17, 2017

    4. Other Equipment

      You can never have enough dog stuff!
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      Latest: 30" Midwest x-pen or 36" ? KarenCurtis, Mar 28, 2019

  8. Sheltie Rescue

    1. Rescue Chat

      Forum for Sheltie related rescue discussions.
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      Latest: Need help for a senior Sheltie Mix that needs a foster/rescue Calliesmom, Jun 28, 2018

    2. Adopt a Sheltie

      For dogs available from 501(c)(3) tax-exempt rescues looking to re-home a dog.
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      Latest: Ozzy the sheltie in Kentville Nova Scotia, Canada Sharon7, Nov 1, 2018

    3. Rescue Stories

      Have a feel good story about a Sheltie that you or a friend rescued? Please share it with us.
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      Latest: My Fallen Angel rescued Ann, Mar 14, 2018

    4. Volunteers Needed

      Look to see if you can volunteer your time to help a Sheltie in need.
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      Latest: I'm around. Sheltiemama, Nov 20, 2015

  9. Forums Marketplace

    1. Equipment & Apparel

      Dog related items only, please.
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      Latest: Furminator For Sale! lovemyshelties, Dec 20, 2011

    2. Giveaways

      If you're looking for a home for a "freebie" dog (or other animal) or have an item you're willing to give away, you may post it here. Ads in this forum are free.
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      Latest: Clean Run (Past Issues) k9kreationz, Feb 15, 2016

    3. Miscellaneous Classifieds

      Dog related items only, please.
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      Latest: Sheltie portraits BarbV, Feb 7, 2014

    4. Wanted

      Looking for a puppy, adult dog or dog related equipment?
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      Latest: Wanted...Rescue SheepOfBlue, Oct 29, 2018

  10. Technical Assistance

    1. Help Forum

      Post here if you are having technical difficulties.
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      Latest: Help with search function Calliesmom, Dec 27, 2018

    2. Frequently Asked Questions

      Have a question about how something works? You’ll find the answers here.
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      Latest: What's a premium member? How do I become one? JosiesMom, Feb 21, 2015

    3. Forum Upgrade

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      Latest: Conversations Calliesmom, Apr 15, 2019 at 2:19 PM

  11. Archives

    1. Favorites

      The best of Sheltie Forums, collected here for your enjoyment.
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      Latest: Dingleberries! Rassy, Nov 8, 2008

    2. Reference

      Some of our most useful threads, saved here for quick access.
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      Latest: Previous spay/neuter discussions. Mom2Melli, Nov 15, 2014