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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: Upcoming agility champ! Ann, Jan 17, 2021 at 5:10 PM

    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: Puppy names Sharon7, Jan 21, 2021 at 12:16 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: Our pretty Faelee Sharon7, Dec 1, 2020

    5. Sheltie Chat

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

      Latest: Any of you shelties have your own cell phone? Elei, Jan 21, 2021 at 11:50 AM

    6. General Dog Chat

      Feel like talking about topics other than Shelties? DOG RELATED TOPICS ONLY PLEASE.
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      Latest: Beware the Wildlife sable, Jan 18, 2021 at 11:52 AM

  3. Health

    1. Behavior

      You don't speak Sheltie? Learn to interpret and deal with their behaviors here.
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      Latest: Bark Collars danisgoat, Jan 7, 2021

    2. Grooming

      Learn tips and techniques that will make your Sheltie look their best!
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      Latest: Grooming Advice 5 Month Old Puppy Daisy1015, Nov 26, 2020

    3. Sheltie Training

      Forum for general training discussions. (I.e., tricks, leash training, crate training, clicker training, etc.)
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      Latest: Encouragement for potty training fail Piper's mom, Sep 30, 2020

    4. Diseases & Illnesses

      Forum for discussion of specific medical problems.
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      Latest: Sick again... Sharon7, Jan 21, 2021 at 12:18 PM

    5. Drugs & Medications

      Is your Sheltie on medications? Get questions answered and support here.
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      Latest: Heartworm yearly blood tests? Sandy in CT, Dec 9, 2020

    6. General Health

      Forum for discussing health and dental issues.
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      Latest: How often to have anal glands expressed? Caro, Jan 20, 2021 at 5:44 AM

    7. Senior Sheltie Health

      Enjoy those golden years. Talk to other Sheltie owners about their experiences.
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      Latest: Hock Fusion on ... Sandy in CT, Jan 19, 2021 at 12:52 PM

  4. Diet & Nutrition

    1. BARF, Raw & Natural Diets

      Discuss nutrition information, advice and feeding options here.
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      Latest: Is raw really that much better? Piper's mom, Nov 16, 2020

    2. Commercial Food

      Discuss wet vs. dry, brands, ingredients, quality and more.
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      Latest: FDA food recall, 28 deaths ghggp, Jan 2, 2021

    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: Excalibur 4 rack dehydrator Piper's mom, Sep 11, 2020

  5. Performance Sports

    1. Agility

      Forum for discussing all aspects of the Sheltie in Agility.
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      Latest: Two on two off contacts DianeP, Dec 22, 2020

    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: 2021 Flyer Fun, and maybe UDX legs Sandy in CT, Jan 21, 2021 at 11:17 AM

    5. Other Sports

      Forum to discuss other dog sports like disc dog, tracking, lure coursing, musical freestyle, etc.
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      Latest: All Kayaked Out Hanne, Oct 8, 2020

  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: 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: Glycerin for ear tipping Sharon7, Oct 29, 2019

    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: What am I missing?? *bi color* Daisy1015, Oct 6, 2020

    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: Collar Warning! ghggp, Nov 30, 2020

    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 at 8:30 AM

    4. Other Equipment

      You can never have enough dog stuff!
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      Latest: Cooling vests, fans, cooling pads? Overheated Sheltie! Hanne, Sep 22, 2020

  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: Adopt a sheltie in Dallas, TX area Sharon7, May 14, 2020

    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'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