I'm the breeder behind Botanical Border Collies located in Huntington, IN. We breed to preserve the unique characteristics of this breed while considering a variety of traits, including health, drive, and temperament. We emphasize the proper socialization and training of our puppies, and we strive to promote responsible dog ownership.
Sarah’s certifications & recognitions
Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Volhard Temperament Testing, Puppy Culture Breeder, CCPDT-KA (Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers)
Sarah 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.
“We do not ship our puppies. You’re welcome to come to our home or fly into a local airport to pick up your puppy. ”
Botanical Border Collies meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Border Collie
Great level
Botanical Border Collies 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 (rDVM, not registered)
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.
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).