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The 2010 ASSA National will be here soon, premiums for all the events are out.
Make sure you enter the show soon. All reservation information is listed.
Click on the logo above for all the information. March 14-21, 2010 in Tucson, AZ.

Welcome to the website of the American Shetland Sheepdog Association!

ASSA, founded in 1929, is a member club of the American Kennel Club and the parent club of the breed.

Use this site to find out about our organization, its activities, and as a starting point to educate yourself about the Shetland Sheepdog. If you are here to find a companion for your family, please read the Looking for a Sheltie pages to find out if the Sheltie is right for you.

The ASSA Board would like to encourage all dog fanciers to be come involved in their state's legislation matters concerning animals. To this purpose there is a Legislation site here that you can use.The main link is on the left under "How You Can Help" Legislation. Current information on How to Spay/Neuter the HSUS is available.

 

2010 ASSA National
Tucson, AZ
Location: Tucson Convention Center

March 13-20, 2010

Breed: Kim Schive
Dogs: Marcia Bittner
Bitches: Charlotte McGowan
Futurity: Kim Aston
Jr. Showmanship: Marcia Bittner

2011 ASSA National

Grey Summit, MO
Location:Purina Farms

April 16- 23, 2011

Breed:Joe Molloy
Dogs: Barbara Kenealy
Bitches:Katie Gammill
Futurity:Marilyn Marlow
Jr. Showmanship:Joe Molloy

2012 ASSA National
Kissimmee, FL
Location: Osceloa Heritage Park Exhibition Hall

March 3-10, 2012

Breed: Susan Christie
Dogs: Rick Thompson
Bitches: Carolyn Ing
Futurity: Yvonne Samuelson
Jr. Showmanship: TBA

 

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NEWS FLASH!!!  Genetic Mutation Found In Gallbladder Study!

 

 Study on DNA markers for female infertility


Update February 21, 2009: Participants are still needed for this study. If you are interested in participating in the study, go to the link below: https://www.dogenes.com/research.html

Sheltie health survey now available through OFA

Undescended testicles (cryptorchidism) research

Canine Health Information Center

ASSA has joined the CHIC program!
(click above and scroll down the health page)

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Bladder cancer research update: samples still needed

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Can't go to the ASSA National or just want another National fix? Attend the Canadian Shetland Sheepdog Association (CSSA) National, April 30th to May 2, 2010, in Saksatoon. Click on the banner above for all the information.

 

This ASSA website may include the names and addresses of, or links to websites belonging to, breeders and others who may provide products or services, some or all of whom may be ASSA members. Such listings, links or other references are not intended to be comprehensive, and are provided only as a service. They do not represent a recommendation by the ASSA of the breeder or his or her animals, or of the reliability, efficacy or quality of any product or service. The ASSA makes no representation or warranty (and specifically disclaims any representation or warranty) as to the listed breeders and others, including, without limitation, their background, experience or ability, financial condition, business practices, integrity, complaint history, or otherwise, or with respect to the availability for sale, merchantability or fitness for purpose, pedigree or other qualification for AKC registration, health, temperament or quality of any animal, or with respect to the availability, merchantability or fitness for purpose of any product or service. These listings may be updated from time to time in the discretion of the ASSA, but the ASSA disclaims any obligation to do so, irrespective of any information which may come into its possession. 

 

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