Blackbird Kennels

Raised by Hannah P.

Certified Breeder of Border Collies

  • Certified Good Dog Breeder

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Blackbird Kennels located in South Carolina. Our dogs are first and foremost bred for health and temperament. As a professional dog trainer it is important to me to produce sound/stable animals. Our dogs make great pets as well as versatile athletes.

Puppies

Anchovy

Reserved

Female • Went Home Oct. 4, 2024

Border Collie

Sardine

Reserved

Female • Went Home Oct. 4, 2024

Border Collie

Mackerel

Reserved

Male • Went Home Oct. 4, 2024

Border Collie

Flounder

Reserved

Male • Went Home Oct. 4, 2024

Border Collie

Barracuda

Reserved

Female • Went Home Oct. 4, 2024

Border Collie

Wahoo

Reserved

Male • Went Home Oct. 4, 2024

Border Collie

Mahi

Reserved

Female • Went Home Oct. 4, 2024

Border Collie

Button

Reserved

Female • Went Home July 28, 2024

Border Collie

Chanterelle

Reserved

Female • Went Home July 28, 2024

Border Collie

Oyster

Reserved

Male • Went Home July 28, 2024

Border Collie

Puffball

Reserved

Male • Went Home July 28, 2024

Border Collie

Truffle

Reserved

Male • Went Home July 28, 2024

Border Collie

Cremini

Reserved

Female • Went Home July 28, 2024

Border Collie

Getting a puppy from Hannah

Hannah has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

Price

Puppy prices range from $2,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.

“This non-refundable deposit can be transfer to another litter (with availability) at your convenience.”

Contract and health guarantee

Hannah may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Hannah offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Hannah directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

I utilize the following enrichment methods: Crate Training , Early Neurological Stimulation, Sound Stimulation, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Puppy Culture , Household Desensitization, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, and Volhard Testing.

Puppy health practices

Certified Good Dog breeders ensure their puppies are healthy and ready for their new homes. Puppies receive the appropriate vaccinations and are dewormed or have a clear fecal exam before they leave. While Blackbird Kennels hasn’t shared details about their specific health practices yet, we encourage you to reach out to learn more about how they care for their puppies.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. .

Bringing your puppy home

Hannah offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in South Carolina or nearby

If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted flight nanny to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Hannah

  • Hannah has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Hannah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Hannah’s program includes nine colors

    Hannah’s Border Collie puppies include tri-color, seal, sable merle, sable, red, gold, blue merle, blue, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Hannah’s program has two coat types

    Hannah’s Border Collie puppies include smooth and rough coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.

Hannah is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Blackbird Kennels meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Meet Hannah's parent dogs

All breeds

Border Collie

Parent health testing

Border Collie

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Blackbird Kennels reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Border Collies.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • DNA Disease Panel

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).