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Alpine Tails
Venessa &.
Breeder of Border Collies, Miniature American Shepherds, Siberian Huskies, and Toy Australian Shepherds
- Fresno, CA
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Quinton
Ready Dec. 21
3 weeks old · Male
Quincy
Ready Dec. 21
3 weeks old · Male
Peter
Ready Dec. 3
6 weeks old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Venessa &., the breeder behind Alpine Tails located in Fresno, CA. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. Our dogs are our passion, and we can't imagine spending our lives without them. We are dedicated to achieving excellence and healthy family pets, and we love to raise puppies and prepare them for their forever homes.
Q. & A. with Venessa
Why did you start breeding?
My eldest female named Amy started Alpine Tails, being a magnificent example of the breed. She’s got everything from conformation with a beautiful set of ears and amazing calm sweet temperament. She is the foundation of our breeding program and she has helped us learn and grow with each litter she produced and now she helps us socialize puppies from our other of age breeding females.What makes your program special?
We strive for the best temperaments. We health test eyes, hips, dna, 2 yr health warranty and lifetime breeder support. Our puppies are all raised on the Biosensor Program/Early Neurological stimulation which has proven to help raise healthy well tempered pups. We believe in breeding for health & temperament above all and not just for blue eyes like others as we believe any eye color is gorgeousWhat are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our Border Collie puppies have rough coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Border Collie puppies include slate merle, blue merle, black, blue, gold, and slate. Siberian Husky puppies include sable and white, red and white, black and white, gray and white, brown and white, black tan and white, agouti and white, white, and black. Toy Australian Shepherd puppies include black & white, red, black tri, blue merle, red merle, red tri, and blue tri. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Peanut
ReservedMale
Paola
ReservedFemale
Penny
ReservedFemale
Paddy
ReservedMale
Quil
ReservedMale
Queenie
ReservedFemale
Quinn
ReservedFemale
Quizzi
ReservedFemale
Tuk
Went homeFemale
Spider
Went homeMale
Neteyam
Went homeMale
Kiri
Went homeFemale
Lo'ak
Went homeMale
Miles
Went homeMale
Slinky
Went homeMale
Molly
Went homeFemale
Buzz
Went homeMale
Jessie
Went homeFemale
Rex
Went homeMale
Bo-peep
Went homeFemale
Woody
Went homeMale
Sagwa
Went homeFemale
Fu-fu
Went homeMale
Dongwa
Went homeMale
Sheegwa
Went homeFemale
Fu-fu
Went homeMale
Sagwa
Went homeFemale
Sheegwa
Went homeFemale
Dongwa
Went homeMale
Atlas 6
Went homeMale
Adele 5
Went homeFemale
Andrea 1
Went homeFemale
Arlo 7
Went homeMale
Annie 3
Went homeFemale
Ava 4
Went homeFemale
Abby 2
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Venessa
Venessa 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.
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 include a $400 non-refundable deposit and between $1,600 - $2,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Our toys are dual registered ASDR & AKC Miniature American Shepherds our puppies comes with a wellness exam, current vaccines, microchips, and a puppy package. Deposits are non refundable but are transferable up to two years. Deposits are accepted after questionnaire has been approved and after puppies are a week old to hold your pick of litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Venessa 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 Venessa 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 Venessa directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Venessa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Fresno, CA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Fresno Yosemite Airport
More about Venessa
Venessa has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Venessa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Venessa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Alpine Tails 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
Parent dogs
All breeds
Toy Australian Shepherd
Border Collie
Siberian Husky
Miniature American Shepherd
Mieko, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Mieko
Mieko is a male Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Venessa decided to make him part of their program. Venessa 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.
Sammie, dad
Border Collie
About Sammie
Sammie is a male Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Venessa decided to make him part of their program. Venessa 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
DNA Disease Panel, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA).
Chani, mom
Border Collie
About Chani
Chani is 3rd generation of my girls she is the sweetest girl you'll meet she's very intelligent and loving
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA).
Izogie, mom
Border Collie
About Izogie
Izogie is a medium drive 30lb border Collie who has a very loving personality and a smile that she tries hard to give when talking to her haha
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA).
Chanel, mom
Siberian Husky
About Chanel
Chanel is a female Siberian Husky over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Venessa decided to make her part of their program. Venessa 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.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), +1 more.
Midas, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Midas
Midas is a male Miniature American Shepherd over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Venessa decided to make him part of their program. Venessa 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
Full Embark Panel.
Miri, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Miri
Miri is a female Miniature American Shepherd over 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Venessa decided to make her part of their program. Venessa 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
Full Embark Panel.
Jolene, mom
Border Collie
About Jolene
Jolene is a female Border Collie over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Venessa decided to make her part of their program. Venessa 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.
Excellent health testing
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.
ZZ, mom
Border Collie
About ZZ
ZZ is a female Border Collie almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Venessa decided to make her part of their program. Venessa 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.
Excellent health testing
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.
Norah, mom
Border Collie
About Norah
Norah is a female Border Collie almost 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Venessa decided to make her part of their program. Venessa 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
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA).
Mila, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Mila
Red tri female approximately 25lbs AMAZING personality, champion 🏆 sired
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel.
Parent health testing
Border Collie
Miniature American Shepherd
Siberian Husky
Toy Australian Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Alpine Tails 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.
Eye Certification (CAER, 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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Venessa to bring home their puppies.
Jerry A.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
Venessa was very responsible and proactive communicating with me to get my new puppy to my family as my baby. Whenever I had questions or requested some info such as real time pictures of how my puppy was doing, she was very responsive and helpful. I am glad that I got my border collie puppy SKY from Venessa. Thank you!
Kimberly H.
Verified owner · Dec. 2023
+4We had a great experience with this breeder, they were very caring and answered all our questions. They made the decision and process so easy.
