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 Sheltieclub@sscnnj.net or click below for an application.
Club Events
MARCH 21st to 23rd, 2025
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We are already looking forward to our Spring Specialty!
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The SSCNNJ Specialty Show date is
Saturday, March 22, 2025.
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The Specialty Judge is Mr. Jerry Parisek
Other judges in the cluster are:
Friday 3/21325 — Mr David Kirkland
Saturday 3/22/25 — Ms. Cassie Frank
Sunday 3/23/25 — Mr David Alexander
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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
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Club Officers
President: Donna Colletti
Vice President: Herb O’Brien
Corresponding Secretary:
Andrea Tornatore
Recording Secretary:
Chris Javornicky
Treasurer: Lisa Stoddard
Board Members: Lou Antonicello
Eva Giorgi
Confirmation Show: Eva Giorgi
Obedience Show: Larry Deetz
Cathy Miller, Sylvette Hartroth, George Crevatas
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COMING SOON!
Sheltie Club Meeting
March Meeting
March 7, 2025
WillowGrove Church
1961 Raritan Rd,
Scotch Plains, NJ
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PORCH SIGN PAINTING
We will be doing our Mix & Match Porch Signs on 4’x6” wood. You will be able to choose from any of our 200+ images, mix that with any of our wording templates and use any colors you’d like while we teach you some easy techniques and walk you through the fun process. Themes include Sports, Holidays, General etc. Release your creative genius!.
