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Do you own a Sheltie that has been diagnosed with kidney disease or is related to one with kidney disease? The American Shetland Sheepdog Association (ASSA) and its charitable Foundation are sponsoring a study that might help determine if there is a higher occurrence of a certain type of kidney disease in Shetland sheepdogs. The research will be conducted by Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine. According to the study page, purebred Shetland sheepdogs that have been diagn

Picture this—a group of Shelties running on a beach, wind in their fur. That was the scene in one of the latest episodes of the BBC Alba series Cù Leis Thu, a unique show that tells the stories of Scotland’s native dog breeds. In episode 4, Peter MacQueen, the host of the series, travels to Shetland to learn about Shelties from the Islanders who know them best. He calls it “an honor and a privilege” to meet the breed and explore their history on their home turf. First, MacQue

Selling calendars is one way that many Sheltie rescues raise money. Now that we’ve reached the end of 2025, you’ll probably want to add one of these wonderful 2026 calendars (filled with photos of rescue pups) to your home. 2026 Minnesota Sheltie Rescue Calendar Available from Zazzle 2026 Northern Virginia Sheltie Rescue Calendar Order by emailing shop@nvsr.org 2026 Central Ohio Sheltie Rescue Calendar Available from Photo Calendars website 2026 Western NC Sheltie Rescue Cale

It’s a question that a lot of pet owners face—at what age should dogs be spayed or neutered? Can spaying or neutering too early cause health problems? If you’re in the process of making this important decision for your pet, new research by UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine could provide some clarity. The research team analyzed hospital records of 35 dog breeds, including Shetland sheepdogs, to see if there is a correlation between age at sterilization and the risk of dev