I'm the breeder behind JEM'S Collies-Berger Picards located in Bolton, NC. Sadie(foundation Bitch)was the # 1 puppy CCA 2006.Ch,Int Ch,Gr.Ch,multigroup placing,shinning Star Awards,and Therapy Dogs.5 generations both breeds.We start E.N.S .at 3 days old We offer Military/first responders discount to support and thank you!. Remember a puppy is a lifetime commitment of Love.
About Mickey
We follow the techniques of The Monks of New Skete,why Early Neurological Stimulation(ENS) enhances the quality of our puppies life.Where our temp test comes from. Living the life of JEM'S -Jeremiah is a nature photographer,Emily is a RVT,and Mickey(Mom) always find the best forever families,in the USA as well as Guatemala and Canada.Due to covid showing and therapy dog visits are minimal.
What makes Mickey’s program special
Families are drawn to us because we are about families,this is not a business,it is Love. Our website is not a typical breeders,understanding family is the forefront of our success,in respect,responsibility and ethics.We do not offer full reg only limited,if a puppy is not going to be a member of the family do not contact us. A puppy is a lifetime commitment of love,from families and us
Mickey is a member of 2 clubs
BergerPicard Club of America, Collie Club of America
Mickey’s certifications & recognitions
RVT, DNA for Dog Breeders (Institute of Canine Biology)
Boy 2
Male • Went Home Feb. 15, 2024
Berger Picard
Boy 3
Male • Went Home Feb. 15, 2024
Berger Picard
Girl 1
Female • Went Home Feb. 15, 2024
Berger Picard
Boy 4
Male • Went Home Feb. 15, 2024
Berger Picard
Boy 5
Male • Went Home Feb. 15, 2024
Berger Picard
Boy 1
Male • Went Home Feb. 15, 2024
Berger Picard
Checkers
Male • Went Home Sept. 5, 2023
Collie
Flash
Male • Went Home Sept. 5, 2023
Collie
Baloo Hold
Male • Went Home Aug. 22, 2023
Collie
Mowgli hold
Male • Went Home Aug. 22, 2023
Collie
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Aug. 22, 2023
Collie
Barney
Male • Went Home Aug. 17, 2023
Collie
Boy 4
Male • Went Home Aug. 17, 2023
Collie
Boy 4
Male • Went Home Aug. 17, 2023
Collie
Boy 2
Female • Went Home Nov. 14, 2022
Collie
Girl 2
Female • Went Home Nov. 14, 2022
Collie
Girl 3
Female • Went Home Nov. 14, 2022
Collie
Girl 4
Female • Went Home Nov. 14, 2022
Collie
Planned Collies from Pua and Panda
Due Mar. 2025. Ready May 2025
Planned Berger Picards from Ichih and Estella
Due Apr. 2025. Ready June 2025
Planned Collies from Pua and Panda
Due Mar. 2025
Ready May 2025
Planned Berger Picards from Ichih and Estella
Due Apr. 2025
Ready June 2025
Mickey 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 $1,000 - $2,400 and include a non-refundable deposit of $100.
“All puppies come with ltd akc reg(spay/neuter contract) ,Vet health check,first shot,wormed 4 times,puppy starter kit,toy,blanket,food.We ask for a reservation fee to be applied to balance to be added to our waiting list. The 100.00 reservation fee is applied to balance of puppy,Collies are 1,000-1,200,Berger Picards are2,400,all puppies sold only with limited reg,Never full akc reg or adults available.”
Mickey 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 Mickey 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 Mickey directly.
Puppies are started at 3 days old with Early Neurological Stimulation,following Monks of New Skete teaching to ensure happier more rounded puppies,following through with temp test at 7 weeks old. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized in new places, Scent introduction, 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. , Outdoors (when Weather permits), car riding , crate training, Noises , Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Touch Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Early Neurological Stimulation, Grooming Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Fetch, grooming , Volhard testing, Three toys for chewing, kongs, nylabones and real bones, We start house training, We start crate training, neural stimulation, Initial House Training, Noise desensitization, Car Training , Human Interactions , Basic manners, Name recognition , "No" Biting or Chewing, Crate Training, and Leash Walking.
We have been raising Collies since 1998,no known genetic defects,our Berger Picards we have imported to ensure healthier better temperament on all puppies.
We send our puppies home with Volhard Personality Test, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Puppy Starter Kit, Food Starter Bag, Blanket with Mom's Scent, Blanket with Littermates Scent, and AKC Registration.
Mickey 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.
“You are welcome to visit and meet the 5 generations of our 4 leggers along with ponies,donkey & Mustang,or we can meet you at the airport.Some local distance driving depending on weather and covid”
Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.
Why Mickey started breeding
Starting in 1998 purchasing our first Collie,decided breed for us,first Collie litter born after 9-11,called first girl Hope members of CCA(2005).In 2006 introduced to Berger Picards,welcoming 2nd breed in 2008,founding/original members of BPCA(2006). As we have improved our breeding program,ensuring health testing and temperaments for both breeds bringing quality to forever families at an affordable price.
Mickey has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Mickey was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Mickey’s program includes seven colors
Mickey’s Berger Picard puppies include fawn and brindle. Mickey’s Collie puppies include sable merle and white, sable and white, black white and tan, white, and blue merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Mickey’s program has one coat type
Mickey’s Collie puppies have rough coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
Mickey’s links
JEM'S Collies-Berger Picards meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Berger Picard
Collie
Berger Picard
About Estella
Sweet young lady
Berger Picard
About Ichih
Pointed to AKC CH title, imported from Canada
Berger Picard
About Wall-E
Wall-E is a male Berger Picard. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mickey decided to make him part of their program. Mickey 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.
Berger Picard
About Flynn
Flynn is a male Berger Picard. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mickey decided to make him part of their program. Mickey 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.
Berger Picard
About Raya
Raya is a female Berger Picard. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mickey decided to make her part of their program. Mickey 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.
Berger Picard
About Mako
Mako is a male Berger Picard. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mickey decided to make him part of their program. Mickey 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.
Berger Picard
About Pascala
Pascala is a female Berger Picard. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mickey decided to make her part of their program. Mickey 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.
Collie
About Scrump
Scrump is a male Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mickey decided to make him part of their program. Mickey 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.
Collie
About Tefiti
Tefiti is a female Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mickey decided to make her part of their program. Mickey 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.
Collie
About Dennisevich
Dennisevich is a male Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mickey decided to make him part of their program. Mickey 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.
Collie
About Sunny
Sunny is a white factored tri color
Collie
About Pua
Handsome,sweet boy,produces beautiful puppies
Collie
About Adele
Adele is a female Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mickey decided to make her part of their program. Mickey 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.
Collie
About Panda
Panda is a female Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mickey decided to make her part of their program. Mickey 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.
Collie
About Moana
Moana is a female Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mickey decided to make her part of their program. Mickey 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.
Berger Picard
Collie
JEM'S Collies-Berger Picards 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 Berger Picards.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Standard Veterinary Blood Panel, 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.
Hear what other owners say about working with Mickey to bring home their puppies.
SAVANNAH W.
Sept. 2023
Very responsive! We love our puppy Dash! He is exactly how they described him!