Ferguson Border Collies
- Preferred Breeder
- 100% response rate • Responds within a few hours
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Ferguson Border Collies located in Cedartown, GA. All are ABCA registered with genetic testing clear. All have wonderful dispositions and have a medium-high drive.
Jessica’s experience
About Jessica
I am a teacher and enjoy being home with my family which includes my dogs.
What makes Jessica’s program special
My Border Collies are raised like family and I want no less for any puppy that we place in a home. My Border Collies are health tested clear and ABCA registered. They all have wonderful drives and dispositions.
Getting a puppy from Jessica
Jessica 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 $1,500 - $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.
“This price includes vet appointments, registration, care, and time with puppies. It also depends on registration status for the price of the puppy. Deposit is $500 nonrefundable.”
Contract and health guarantee
Jessica 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 Jessica 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 Jessica directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
ENS AND ESI are done for each litter- I have 2 children they are around all of the time and have friends and family that come over. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Car rides, Various sounds, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Scent introduction, Surface & tactile stimulation, Socialized in new places, Socialized with other animals, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized with children, intro to shallow pool, water in warm weather, Children and other pets, also have lots of friends and family who come over to handle the puppies and help out with the puppies daily. I do not take them to public places to expose them to people as they are not fully vaccinated until 16 weeks. , And showed lots of love, Outdoors, e.g. rain, car riding , Various Surfaces , Noise desensitized , Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Sound Stimulation, Touch Desensitization, Grooming Desensitization, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, and Household Desensitization.
Puppy health practices
My puppies are wormed every 2 weeks starting at 2 weeks old and are given their first shot at 6 weeks and vet checked.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Food & treats, Initial potty training, Basic obedience & manners, Registration, and Vet records.
More about Jessica
Why Jessica started breeding
I love dogs and enjoy learning all I can about different breeds. After purchasing my first Border Collie I knew where my passion was.
Jessica is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Jessica has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Jessica was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Jessica’s program has one coat type
Jessica’s Border Collie puppies have rough coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
Jessica is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Ferguson Border Collies 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 Jessica's parent dogs
All breeds
Border Collie
Nyx, mom
Border Collie
About Nyx
Nyx is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jessica decided to make her part of their program. Jessica 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
Optimal Selection Canine Genetic Breeding Analysis
Shade, mom
Border Collie
About Shade
Shade is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jessica decided to make her part of their program. Jessica 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
Optimal Selection Canine Genetic Breeding Analysis
Bo, dad
Border Collie
About Bo
Bo is a male Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jessica decided to make him part of their program. Jessica 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
Optimal Selection Canine Genetic Breeding Analysis
Lily, mom
Border Collie
About Lily
Lily is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jessica decided to make her part of their program. Jessica 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.
Parent health testing
Border Collie
Great level
Ferguson 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.
Optimal Selection Genetic Disease Analysis (180+ Diseases), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Animal Genetics 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).