I'm the breeder behind Whistlemir Sheepdogs located in Cache County, UT. I offer pups from parents who have been hip tested through OFA, BVA, and pennhip; they are certified for hips, elbows, shoulders, and the full Border Collie panel including EAOD from Optimal Selection.
About Brianna
I started with one working dog and some sheep, and fell in love with these dogs. They are a big part of my life now and help me nearly every day on the small farm I own. Partnership with these working dogs as we work and compete together is what makes it so fun. I want to produce healthy pups who will be great work and performance dogs
What makes Brianna’s program special
The dogs I choose to breed compete in USBCHA herding trials and are good listeners. My females are FAST, heat tolerant, and will work (or play) all day, then curl up on the couch with you at night. This makes them suited to a large variety of dogs sports. I want to be honest about each litter and place puppies where I think they will be the most successful.
Brianna is a member of 2 clubs
ABCA - American Border Collie Association, USBCHA - United States Border Collie Handler's Association
Brianna 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 - $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $200.
“Price also includes full breeding rights, health guarantee, ABCA registration, and first set of vaccines. All puppies are the same price, male or female.”
Brianna 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 Brianna 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 Brianna directly.
My puppies will leave for their new homes with a solid foundation of training and socialization. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Puppy Culture, Early Neurological Stimulation, Early Positive Training, Initial Potty Training, and Socialization.
All pups are vaccinated and can be genetically tested for all Border Collie diseases including EAOD before leaving. Genetic testing for any puppy is at buyer's expense since the sire and dam have already been genetically tested.
We send our puppies home with ABCA registration.
Brianna 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 Brianna started breeding
I wanted to have high drive but biddable dogs for myself that will do well at trials and so I decided to breed so that I could pick the working traits I want to add to my own females. I hope that through careful selection of sires for health, temperament, drive, and herding traits, I will end up with dogs who will be well rounded and able to excel at anything their owners want to do with them.
Brianna has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Brianna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Whistlemir Sheepdogs meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Border Collie
Border Collie
About Nike
Nike is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Brianna decided to make her part of their program. Brianna 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.
Border Collie
Great level
Whistlemir Sheepdogs 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.
Shoulder Osteochondrosis
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.
Early Adult Onset Deafness (EAOD), 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).