Question 1

Is the Border Collie the right breed for me?

Accepted Answer

The border collie breed is diverse and there are many different lines that fit a variety of needs. I encourage everyone interested in getting into the breed to go out and meet border collies (mine included) at events. Doing research is important for this breed - this is a working breed. My dogs are active, thrive with daily mental stimulation and physical exercise, and have jobs in the sports, shows, and work that they do. Border collies are sensitive by nature - they do best with fair training methods and partnership. Border collies live to please you and want to be right, but they are also highly intelligent and will get into trouble if left bored and to their own devices. I would recommend this breed to anyone looking for an active dog to do things with. At this time, I do not place any of my puppies as service dog prospects.

Question 2

How are puppies registered?

Accepted Answer

Wynversa Border Collie puppies will be sold with AKC registration on a co-ownership. Puppies sold to pet or performance homes will be sold on limited registration. Puppies sold to show homes will be sold on full registration. All dogs will remain on co-ownership until terms of the contract are met. Please reach out to see the contract.

Question 3

What is the puppy selection process?

Accepted Answer

We place our puppies in their best fit home. This means that our waitlist is not first come, first served. Once the puppies are born, I will review those on my waitlist and contact those that would best fit the pairing. My goal is to match each puppy with their forever home in terms of temperament, personality, drive, sociability, and everything in between. I will be making notes throughout each puppy's time with me as well as having an independent evaluator come out to assess puppies at 7 weeks old. This will give me the information I need to help place each puppy appropriately. If you are looking to pick your puppy right as it's born based on color and markings, my program would not be a good fit for what you are looking for.

Question 4

What is the cost of a puppy?

Accepted Answer

Price of each puppy is determined from several factors, including and not limited to: health testing of the parent(s), fees to use the sire, veterinary costs such as progesterone testing, insemination, ultrasound, x-rays, possible c-section, puppy raising equipment such as whelping box, whelping supplies, enrichment, food, toys, access to puppy raising protocol and resources, and exposure and outings of the puppies prior to going home, such as dock rentals, herding introductions, agility rentals, and show exposure. As you can likely understand from reading everything aforementioned, raising puppies is a costly endeavor and a labor of love. Pricing is determined fairly to account for all costs associated with producing exceptional, well rounded, and well adjusted puppies. Puppies must be paid in full prior to leaving my home. Please message to see a copy of the contract and more information on pricing. All puppies are sold on contracts that must be signed prior to leaving as well.

Question 5

How do you raise puppies?

Accepted Answer

Puppies are raised inside our home with tools and knowledge from Puppy Culture and Avidog including ENS and ESI. By utilizing these program protocols, we are able to introduce puppies to a variety of experiences. Our goal is to build confidence in our puppies for success in the next stages of their lives. We also begin potty training and crate training the puppies before they go to their homes to help owners with that transition. Everything that we have started needs to be continued when the puppy arrives at your home. Crate training, potty training, nail trimming/maintenance bathing, social outings, playtime, and general life training are all important skills that we begin while the puppies are here with us and must be practiced in their new homes.

Question 6

Is there a waitlist or deposit for litters?

Accepted Answer

We do not take deposits for any of our litters. Anyone looking to have a puppy from us is encouraged to fill out our application. Once you fill out an application, you will be added to the waitlist. I am looking to place puppies with people I trust, so I encourage you to reach out to me via facebook, email, or contact form here to build that relationship. I will review applications when a litter is announced. If you do not hear from me within 2 weeks of the puppies birth, please follow up.

Question 7

Do you microchip and vaccinate?

Accepted Answer

All puppies will receive their microchips before they leave our home. It is required that I stay on the dog's microchip for the duration of their life as a safety measure. Puppies will receive age-appropriate vaccinations while they are here as well as regular deworming. Owners must follow a vet approved protocol for vaccinating the dog throughout the life of the dog.

Question 8

What is the breeder and owner relationship like?

Accepted Answer

I would love nothing more than to maintain contact with my puppy owners throughout the life of the puppy. I do request that owners keep in touch with me, whether on text, email, facebook, or in person, especially for the first two years of the life of the puppy. Photos, videos, and everything in between are always a bonus to receive from my puppy owners. I am here to give you lifetime support for your puppy and help in any way that I can! I would love nothing more than to see you and your puppy succeed in all of your adventures and am here to offer any advice (training or other related).

Question 9

How and when do I pick up my puppy?

Accepted Answer

All puppies must be picked up in person in Bartlett, IL. If you are flying, you are required to fly the puppy as carry-on and will be responsible for purchasing the carrier so that I can introduce the puppy to being in there before the flight. Puppies may be picked up at 10 weeks.

Question 10

Are there requirements for spay and neuter?

Accepted Answer

Puppies sold on limited registration must wait to spay or neuter until 2 years old. Altering can include traditional spay and neuter, ovary-sparing spays, and vasectomies. Puppies sold on full registration will remain intact until all parties agree to alter the dog.

Question 11

What if I can no longer have the puppy?

Accepted Answer

We reserve the first right of refusal if a puppy owner no longer wishes to have the puppy. Puppies may not be surrendered to shelters, brokers, puppy mills, or otherwise handed off to third party individuals. More details are provided in the contract.

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