I'm the breeder behind Darrowby Border Collies located in Fenton, MI. We produce affectionate, healthy, emotionally intelligent dogs that are suitable for a variety of purposes including pets, sport, therapy and herding work. Our dogs are family members and so are the babies. We are here for you and want you to have the most positive experience!
About Andrew and Rachel
We own a small boutique duck farm and also raise rare heritage turkeys and chickens.
Andrew and Rachel 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 $1,500 - $3,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $250.
“Includes first shots, worming, microchip and rear dewclaw removal (when appropriate), as well as lots of love and learning. No hidden fees and you can always switch your deposit to a different litter if you decide to wait for any reason.”
Andrew and Rachel 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 Andrew and Rachel 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 Andrew and Rachel directly.
Raised bedside and given opportunities to explore inside the home and (weather permitting) outside on our small poultry/waterfowl farm. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with children, Car rides, Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Surface & tactile stimulation, Various sounds, Raw Food Supplementation for Enrichment , Chew, e.g. Bone, Early socialization, Body handling protocol, including sitting still for grooming, neural stimulation, Noise desensitization, Behavioral shaping , Potty pads,, Impulse Control, Human Interactions , Basic manners, Potty training, crate training, Puppy Temperament Evaluation, Introduction to birds, bite inhibition, Children and other pets, Early stages of crate training, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Texture stimulation, Outdoors, e.g. rain, crate training, Noise desensitized , Various Surfaces , Noises , Strangers, Scents, Toys, e.g. Ball, Touch Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Grooming Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, and Socialized with Children.
Grandparents, parents and adult siblings are free of health issues. Puppies are free of genetic disorders, if you are concerned about carrier status please inquire about breeding rights! We can make arrangements to have your puppy tested.
We send our puppies home with Puppy starter kit, Toys, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Registration, Vet records, Food & treats, Microchip, Dew claws removed, Sound and texture enrichment, Early Neurological Stimulation, Food Starter Bag, Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Vaccinations, Microchip, Breed Club Registration, and AKC Registration.
Darrowby Border Collies meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas: