I'm the breeder behind Borderline Kennels located in Avilla, IN. We breed for temperament, health, and drive. The goal we set and which I believe is still the most important, is to produce healthy, well-rounded puppies that turn into amazing dogs!! I strive to make sure every owner has the ability to get the very best out of their puppy. I am always here for my puppy families to answer questions and to give guidance, whether that's the day after you take home your puppy or 5 years later. It doesn't matter. I will always be here as part of your support system.
About Josie
I've been breeding for 10 years. I love my dogs. They are members of my family! I am truly blessed to be able to do what I do. Every day that I spend with my dogs and my puppies is another day that I am thankful for.
What makes Josie’s program special
We are special because of how much we socialize and work with our pups. It is a huge priority in our program! I am dedicated to the well-being of our puppies. I have been doing this long enough that if you can tell me what you are hoping to do and accomplish with your puppy, along with a little info on your current living situation, I am confident I can help you select a puppy that is going to work for you. We are currently ranked number 8 for best border collie breeders in the US. We take a lot of pride in that accomplishment.
Newborn Border Collies from Harley and Riot
Born Jan. 2025. Ready Mar. 21
Newborn Border Collies from Harley and Riot
Born Jan. 2025
Ready Mar. 21
Josie 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.
Puppy prices range from $1,833.95 - $2,433.95 and include a non-refundable deposit of $300.
“This includes AKC registration, microchip, microchip registration, vaccines, and pre pick up health checks done at our amazing vet's office. Many of our puppies are eligible to be dual registered with ABCA(American Border Collie Association) as well. If you are interested, just ask!! Deposits are not refundable but can be transferred to a future litter.”
Josie 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 Josie 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 Josie directly.
Puppies go on road trips, to nursing homes, farm stores, sometimes SAR training and disc meetups. As well as puppy family visits. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Socialized with Chickens, balance equipment . , socailized with other dogs, adults, Shown lots of love, Bathing, Grooming, and Nail Trimming, Early Socialization, Various Surfaces, Nail Trimming, Puppy Culture, Socialized with Farm Equipment, Socialized with Farm Animals, Exposure to livestock, Exposure to poultry, adventure box, Children and other pets, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Car Rides, Noise desensitized , Texture stimulation, car riding , crate training, Fireworks , Strangers, Noises , Touch Desensitization, Stores, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Chew, e.g. Bone, Scents, Toys, e.g. Ball, Grooming Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, litter box trained , Various Surfaces , Outdoors, e.g. rain, Puppy Culture , Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Adult Dogs, and Socialized with Children.
Moms are started on cocciguard at 6 weeks gestation and stay on it until pups are weaned. Puppies are started on it as well and de-wormed every 2 weeks. They receive a parvo only at 5 weeks and a 5 way at 8.
We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Registration, Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Microchip, guide to border collies book(we are featured in it multiple times:)), socialization checklist, new puppy packet, small bag of food, Registration completed with akc, 30 days akc insurance , and Microchip.
Josie offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
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.
Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
Why Josie started breeding
I've always been an animal person and fell in love with Border Collies. I love raising puppies! I love researching how they grow, both physically and mentally, and continuously learning how to adapt our program to best benefit the puppies that our families take home. This is a lifelong commitment for me.
Josie is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Josie has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Josie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Josie’s program includes nine colors
Josie’s Border Collie puppies include seal, slate, sable, red merle, red, gold, lilac, blue merle, and blue. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Borderline Kennels meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Border Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Border Collie
About Riot
Riot is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Josie decided to make her part of their program. Josie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Great health testing
Patellar Luxation, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
About Max
Max is a male Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Josie decided to make him part of their program. Josie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy Early-Onset Risk Modifier, Pembroke Welsh Corgi Type
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
About Kimber
Kimber is a female Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Josie decided to make her part of their program. Josie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Good health testing
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I)
Border Collie
About Eve
Eve is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Josie decided to make her part of their program. Josie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Great health testing
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI), Optimal Selection Genetic Disease Analysis (180+ Diseases)
Border Collie
About Nitro
Nitro is a male Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Josie decided to make him part of their program. Josie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Great health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more
Border Collie
About Moss
Moss is a male Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Josie decided to make him part of their program. Josie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Great health testing
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI), Optimal Selection Genetic Disease Analysis (180+ Diseases)
Border Collie
About Harley
Harley is a male Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Josie decided to make him part of their program. Josie has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Good health testing
Patellar Luxation, Shoulder Osteochondrosis, +2 more
Border Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Great level
Borderline 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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Trapped Neutrophil Syndrome, Cohen Syndrome (TNS), Sensory Neuropathy, Border Collie Type (SN), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS CUBN Exon 53), Border Collie Type, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Early Adult Onset Deafness (EAOD), DNA Disease Panel, DNA Profile, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Dental Hypomineralization (DH), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Optimal Selection Genetic Disease Analysis (180+ Diseases), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.