About the Shetland Sheepdog Club of NJ
The club held its first meeting August 12, 1964, under the temporary name of The New Jersey Shetland Sheepdog Club and seventeen people were in attendance.
In 1966, the club decided on the name The Metropolitan Shetland Sheepdog Club. In 1968 the name was changed to our current name, "The Shetland Sheepdog Club of Northern New Jersey".
We held our first Specialty Show and Sweepstakes on May 27, 1973, in conjunction with The Plainfield Kennel Club. Twice a year, the Shetland Sheepdog club holds an AM and PM Specialty Show. One being an Independent Specialty and the other is a Designated Specialty.
April 1, 1979 was the first Obedience Specialty and now the club holds two Obedience Specialties in March.
The Shetland Sheepdog Club has always been a continually active club; we have speakers at our meetings, sponsor seminars and public relations events. The Sheltie Club is a resource for all who own Shelties. We also hold events that are helpful to all pet owners, regardless of the breed.
The membership is open to all who love and own shelties from breeders, conformation and performance exhibitors and companion dog owners.
If you love shelties, we would love for you to attend our meetings and join our club.
Become a Member
We meet the first Friday of the month from September to June at the Willow Grove Church, 1961 Raritan Rd, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 at 7:30 PM. Dogs are also welcome to attend.
Contact us for membership information at sscnnj@gmail.com or click here for an application.
Club Events
MARCH MADNESS
Independent Specialty Show
Was a great success! It was raining cats and dogs (mostly dogs). Thanks to all who participated and to Ursula and Eva who helped make it happen.
Top Winner at our ALL-Breed
Obedience Trial
Kathleen Keller and Pinnacle Ocean Eyes
We thought Kathleen had done her best with
her magnificent Aussie who scored 199.5 out of 200. She didn't stop there; next up was her Sheltie who scored a perfect 200 out of 200. Wonderful dogs & owner!
Need Help with your Sheltie or Help Finding a Pup?
We are the experts. We can help if you have questions about your dog. We can give advice in locating pups and help you find a reputable breeder. Breeder/Puppy Referral: Herb O’Brien
SSCNNJ Breeders
Donna Colletti
Ursula Dudek
Pat Marchello
Herb OBrien
Club Officers
President: Donna Colletti
Vice President: Herb O’Brien
Corresponding/Recording Secretary:
Andrea Tornatore
Treasurer: Lisa Stoddard
Board Members: Lou Antonicello
Ursula Dudek
Eva Giorgi
Confirmation Show: Eva Giorgi
Ursula Dudek
Obedience Show: Larry Deetz
Cathy Miller
Sylvette Hartroth
COMING SOON!
Sheltie Club Meeting
May 3, 2024
WillowGrove Church
1961 Raritan Rd,
Scotch Plains, NJ
EXCITING NEWS!
Starting May 3rd, we will add a ZOOM meeting option. Stay tuned for details!
We have also added a PayPal feature for Dues and Donations.
George Crevatas at our Sheltie Rock Painting event