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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: FOUND!!!! Florida Alert: Lost Sheltie! Selena Wohlslagel, Jun 25, 2021

    3. Forum Notifications

      As we make changes and improvements to our forums, we will tell you about it here. Only moderators may post, so PM one if you have questions.
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      Latest: New Forum Feature - Thread Dowloading take4roll10, Apr 30, 2019

  2. Sheltie Talk

    1. Say Hello!

      C'mon in and introduce yourself!
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      Latest: Hello from SW Florida Selena Wohlslagel, Jul 8, 2021

    2. Considering a Sheltie?

      Get tips and advice from other Sheltie owners here.
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      Latest: Contacting a Breeder - Should I? Elei, Aug 12, 2019

    3. Puppies 101

      Forum for all those new puppy questions!
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      Latest: How to stop the toilet paper bandit KarenCurtis, Jul 31, 2021 at 8:35 AM

    4. Sheltie Angels

      A place to give & receive support for our Shelties who have gone to the Rainbow Bridge.
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      Latest: Another heartbreaking good-bye. Caro, Jul 17, 2021

    5. Sheltie Chat

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

      Latest: These treat dispenser toys came today Wendy C, Aug 5, 2021 at 6:51 AM

    6. General Dog Chat

      Feel like talking about topics other than Shelties? DOG RELATED TOPICS ONLY PLEASE.
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      Latest: Growled all night.... Darren, Aug 4, 2021 at 9:20 AM

  3. Health

    1. Behavior

      You don't speak Sheltie? Learn to interpret and deal with their behaviors here.
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      Latest: Transitioning from pen/crate to free at night SheepOfBlue, Jul 22, 2021

    2. Grooming

      Learn tips and techniques that will make your Sheltie look their best!
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      Latest: I hate mats. Margi, Aug 5, 2021 at 1:33 AM

    3. Sheltie Training

      Forum for general training discussions. (I.e., tricks, leash training, crate training, clicker training, etc.)
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      Latest: Good eye contact. Sandy in CT, May 4, 2021

    4. Diseases & Illnesses

      Forum for discussion of specific medical problems.
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      Latest: Little Luke broke a toenail! Ron Atkinson, Aug 4, 2021 at 7:45 PM

    5. Drugs & Medications

      Is your Sheltie on medications? Get questions answered and support here.
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      Latest: Near Tragedy Sharon7, Jul 22, 2021

    6. General Health

      Forum for discussing health and dental issues.
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      Latest: Seems to me our Fainly is going to be quite large. Weight/heigh at 20 weeks compared to adult size? BryanAndLarrysMama, Jul 20, 2021

    7. Senior Sheltie Health

      Enjoy those golden years. Talk to other Sheltie owners about their experiences.
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      Latest: Checkers Needs Surgery - Done! Shelby's mom, Aug 4, 2021 at 8:46 PM

  4. Diet & Nutrition

    1. BARF, Raw & Natural Diets

      Discuss nutrition information, advice and feeding options here.
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      Latest: Thinking of switching to homecooked meals instead of commercial Ann, Jun 13, 2021

    2. Commercial Food

      Discuss wet vs. dry, brands, ingredients, quality and more.
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      Latest: Another dog food recall.... Ron Atkinson, Aug 4, 2021 at 12:18 AM

    3. Treats & Supplements

      Did someone say c-o-o-k-i-e?
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      Latest: Weird Taste Piper's mom, Nov 24, 2020

    4. Recipes

      Shelties love home cooking!
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      Latest: Ginger cookies for nausea/car sickness Piper's mom, Apr 7, 2021

  5. Performance Sports

    1. Agility

      Forum for discussing all aspects of the Sheltie in Agility.
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      Latest: BOSS the Shetland Sheepdog trini, Jun 21, 2021

    2. Flyball

      Forum for flying Shelties! (Say that 5 times fast!)
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      Latest: Another Flyball Update Piper's mom, Aug 5, 2021 at 12:31 AM

    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: 2021 Flyer Fun, and maybe UDX legs Piper's mom, Jul 11, 2021

    5. Other Sports

      Forum to discuss other dog sports like disc dog, tracking, lure coursing, musical freestyle, etc.
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      Latest: Sniff 'n' Go trini, Jul 25, 2021

  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: Starting handling classes Caro, Nov 29, 2020

    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: Misty Makes a Bang! Piper's mom, Jul 15, 2021

    3. Show Grooming

      Bathing, brushing & tips for dogs competing in conformation shows.
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      Latest: Undercoat...gone! Selena Wohlslagel, Jun 27, 2021

    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: Does colour define temperament? Selena Wohlslagel, Jun 29, 2021

    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: Eye color in breeding Hanne, Mar 14, 2021

  7. Sheltie Gear

    1. Clothing, Leashes & Collars

      Sheltie fashion can be fun!
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      Latest: Dog Backpack recommendation? Cindy, May 8, 2021

    2. Crates & Beds

      Place to discuss alternatives to using YOUR bed/couch. (Shhh...just don't tell the Shelties!)
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      Latest: Airline Carrier for a Puppy Elei, Sep 9, 2019

    3. Toys

      The Sheltie with the most toys wins! squeak, squeak!
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      Latest: Looking for Loud/Obnoxious Squeaky balls:) Hanne, Jan 17, 2021

    4. Other Equipment

      You can never have enough dog stuff!
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      Latest: Cooling vests, fans, cooling pads? Overheated Sheltie! Piper's mom, Jun 29, 2021

  8. Sheltie Rescue

    1. Rescue Chat

      Forum for Sheltie related rescue discussions.
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      Latest: Looking for a Home in MI ghggp, Dec 7, 2020

    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: Mid Florida Sheltie Rescue needs fosters Sharon7, Jul 21, 2021

    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: Senior Rescue - A Powerful Message Hanne, Feb 1, 2020

    4. Volunteers Needed

      Look to see if you can volunteer your time to help a Sheltie in need.
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      Latest: I am available Selena Wohlslagel, Apr 9, 2021

  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: Chat room? Selena Wohlslagel, Jun 11, 2021

    2. Frequently Asked Questions

      Have a question about how something works? You’ll find the answers here.
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      Latest: Post a picture Kelly, Jul 8, 2019

    3. Forum Upgrade

      The forums will be upgrading from VBulletin software to Xenforo. Post here for questions, help or to make suggestions.
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      Latest: Kelly did you get my check Selena Wohlslagel, Jun 29, 2021

  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