I'm Carmel Ann S., the breeder behind Aredhel Collies located in Oneonta, NY. My Collies partner, Sandy Jackson, and I are getting back into showing and breeding Collies after several years’ hiatus. We breed for health, temperament, athleticism, and adherence to the AKC Collie standard. Our pups will be registered or eligible to be registered with the AKC suitable for pet, show and working/competing homes. We will provide eye checks, first shots and health checks on puppies. Each prospective buyer is screened for suitability and references will be expected. Should you not be able to keep your Aredhel Collie for any reason in the future, we will happily take them back or help you to rehome them.
Q. & A. with Carmel Ann
Why did you start breeding?
We were encouraged by wonderful breeders who had sold us dogs.
What makes your program special?
We are just getting started again - but the dogs we have are pretty special!
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include smooth and rough coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black white and tan, sable and white, blue merle, and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Carmel Ann
Carmel Ann 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 $1,400 - $1,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes health guarantee, eye check, AKC registration, deworming (as per vet recommendation), and first shots. The $400 deposit reserves puppy; should the buyer choose to terminate the contract, $100 is non-refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Carmel Ann 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 Carmel Ann 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 Carmel Ann directly.
Aredhel 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
Parent dogs
Athena, mom
Collie
About Athena
White Smooth Collie with blue merle markings and brown eyes
Great health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Aredhel 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 Collies.
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).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.