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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

      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: It's been a while, but I'm back! DianeP, Oct 10, 2019

    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: I measured Minnie, how tall are your puppies? Simba13, Oct 17, 2019 at 8:01 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: Goodbye Rex - I will miss you Roberta, Oct 18, 2019 at 2:45 PM

    5. Sheltie Chat

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

      Latest: Determined dame... Calliesmom, Oct 22, 2019 at 7:33 PM

    6. General Dog Chat

      Feel like talking about topics other than Shelties? DOG RELATED TOPICS ONLY PLEASE.
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      Latest: So Cal Fires Ann, Oct 12, 2019

  3. Health

    1. Behavior

      You don't speak Sheltie? Learn to interpret and deal with their behaviors here.
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      Latest: Guarding behaviour unimog, Oct 20, 2019 at 8:17 PM

    2. Grooming

      Learn tips and techniques that will make your Sheltie look their best!
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      Latest: Paws and cold weather! Wendy C, Oct 22, 2019 at 10:07 AM

    3. Sheltie Training

      Forum for general training discussions. (I.e., tricks, leash training, crate training, clicker training, etc.)
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      Latest: Brodie earned his AKC Novice Trick Dog! HikerDog, Oct 17, 2019 at 9:58 AM

    4. Diseases & Illnesses

      Forum for discussion of specific medical problems.
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      Latest: How long should I wait for a sprain to heal Piper's mom, Oct 22, 2019 at 6:24 PM

    5. Drugs & Medications

      Is your Sheltie on medications? Get questions answered and support here.
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      Latest: How much CBD oil? Calliesmom, Oct 13, 2019

    6. General Health

      Forum for discussing health and dental issues.
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      Latest: Poor Kip got Stung ghggp, Oct 20, 2019 at 9:17 AM

    7. Senior Sheltie Health

      Enjoy those golden years. Talk to other Sheltie owners about their experiences.
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      Latest: Dog Wheelchair Cindy, Oct 22, 2019 at 1:41 PM

  4. Diet & Nutrition

    1. BARF, Raw & Natural Diets

      Discuss nutrition information, advice and feeding options here.
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      Latest: The Honest Kitchen Diet Cindy, Sep 3, 2019

    2. Commercial Food

      Discuss wet vs. dry, brands, ingredients, quality and more.
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      Latest: DCM - A take from a vet nutrionist Sunflower77, Sep 22, 2019

    3. Treats & Supplements

      Did someone say c-o-o-k-i-e?
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      Latest: Homemade treat recipes. unimog, Oct 20, 2019 at 8:28 PM

    4. Recipes

      Shelties love home cooking!
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      Latest: Puppy Treats! Piper's mom, Sep 9, 2019

  5. Performance Sports

    1. Agility

      Forum for discussing all aspects of the Sheltie in Agility.
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      Latest: Agility 2019 Sandy in CT, Oct 14, 2019

    2. Flyball

      Forum for flying Shelties! (Say that 5 times fast!)
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      Latest: A flyball update Calliesmom, Oct 8, 2019

    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: Justus and Flyer 2019 Calliesmom, Oct 21, 2019 at 6:55 PM

    5. Other Sports

      Forum to discuss other dog sports like disc dog, tracking, lure coursing, musical freestyle, etc.
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      Latest: Play ball!!! ghggp, Oct 17, 2019 at 6:13 PM

  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: Giving it a go ghggp, Oct 1, 2019

    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: A "Flurry" of Ribbons take4roll10, Jun 11, 2019

    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: Martingale collar Piper's mom, Sep 24, 2019

    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 toys to interest my sheltie Sandy in CT, Jun 16, 2019

    4. Other Equipment

      You can never have enough dog stuff!
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      Latest: Vacuum Cleaner gossip? KarenCurtis, Aug 21, 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: Attention California Folks Margi, Oct 15, 2019

    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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    2. Frequently Asked Questions

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    3. Forum Upgrade

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      Latest: Conversations Kelly, Apr 29, 2019

  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