Suggested Must Reading



Sheltie Talk
Sheltie Talk
by Betty Jo McKinney & Barbara Hagen Rieseberg

The book that has become the Sheltie owners "bible". Beautifully illustrated hardback edition filled with so much practical information, every new puppy owner must have one! From understanding the essence of the Sheltie's charactoer and charm to caring for the aging pet, Sheltie Talk is a how-to-book from beginning to end. (In My Opinion, No sheltie fancier should be without this book and should be read from cover to cover, over and over and not used as a coffee table decoration!! End of my opinion! Sandy Staffan) Ordered thru Best Friends Ltd., POB 7842, Loveland, CO 80537 or by calling 1-800-777-7257 Please say you were referred by Sandy Staffan of Fanfare Shelties!!


Sheltie Guide
Sheltie Guide
Written and Illustrated by Jean D. Simmonds

THE SHELTIE GUIDE is a comprehensive interpretation of the AKC Shetland Sheepdog Standard, filled with numerous informative illustrations depicting the sheltie "Rights and Wrongs". Ideal reading for anyone interested in learning what makes a sheltie conform to its standard of perfection. Check out the Website. Please say you were referred by Sandy Staffan of Fanfare Shelties!!


The Shetland Sheepdog In America
The Shetland Sheepdog In America
by breeder/judge Charlotte Clem McGowan

This book has over 500 wonderful photos of shelties and is the most complete history ever, plus breeding, showing, and more. Can be ordered thru Best Friends Ltd., POB 7842, Loveland, CO 80537 or by calling 1-800-777-7257 Please say you were referred by Sandy Staffan of Fanfare Shelties!!


Color Chart
Sheltie International Color Inheritance Charts for the Shetland Sheepdog
by Jan & Peggy Haderlie

This 20 page, 8 1/2 by 11 inch, informative, illustrated booklet includes up-to-date information on color inheritance in Bi-Colors, as well as Sables, Tri's, Whites and Double Merles. It has been compiled by Jan and Peggy Haderlie of SumerSong Shelties. Written for and available exclusively at the Sheltie International Website.


Sheltie Pacesetter
Pacesetter
A Bi-monthly publication

This magazine and its Website is exclusively devoted to the development and promotion of the Shetland Sheepdog, affectionately known as "Shelties".


Sheltie International
The Sheltie International
a bi-monthly publication
This Sheltie publication, stuffed full of PHOTOS, many in FULL COLOR, where you can meet WHO'S WHO in Shelties and Sheltie owners ! In each issue of Sheltie International magazine you will find what you are looking for - the top breeders, the top exhibitors, stud dogs, grown dogs, puppies, and also products and services for your Shelties. Check out the Website!





If you wish to gain more information on the Shetland Sheepdog, the following list of books and magazines are readily available. The   American Shetland Sheepdog Association web pages is an excellent source to obtain information as to how some of the books can be acquired. Also, the Shetland Sheepdog video available from the American Kennel Club is an excellent source of information. For a list of sheltie breeders/fanciers and rescue organizations, jump to our "Who's Who" page. We hope you enjoy visting the "Fanfare Sheltie Showcase" and others as well. More Links will be added, so please come again.


More Suggested Reading Material



The Shetland Sheepdog, A pictorial standard by the ASSA

McDowell Lyon's The Dog in Action (out of print - a real treasure find)

The New Dogsteps in a book or video by Rachel Page Elliott


ASSA Handbooks


Other Links



  The Shetland Sheepdog Standard

The Sheltie Page

Sue Ann Bowling's "Sheltie Bloodlines Site"

Sunnybank, Home of Albert Payson Terhune




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