I'm Caryln F., the breeder behind Avalon Collies located in New Providence, PA. We offer top-quality Rough Collies with beauty and brains from the best lines in the country. Our Collies are bred to do it all! They excel in the breed room ring, performance, pet therapy, service dogs, companion/pet dogs, and cuddle bugs. As such, temperament, health, proper structure, and soundness are all of vital importance. We are passionate about our work and look forward to connecting with you!
Q. & A. with Caryln
Why did you start breeding?
It is important to me that I not only continue my own phenomenal bloodlines, but that I am improving this breed with each litter and ensuring the well-being of these dogs for generations more to come! It is such an honor to preserve the line of these incredible dogs all the while creating companionship for others.
What makes your program special?
I am a premier breeder of Collies. I do not produce a litter unless the breeding dogs have passed all of the necessary health clearances and have excellent structure that adheres to the standard. I have exceptional bloodlines that I am very familiar with, and they tie back all the way to where they started. I also place a special focus on temperament and ability in my dogs. It would be my pleasure to introduce your family to your next Collie!
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are blue merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Caryln
Caryln 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Also included are the guarantee, AKC registration, puppy deworming, the first round of vaccinations, a microchip, socialization, and puppy training started. All of our companion puppies are at the same price, regardless of sex or color.”
Contract & health guarantee
Caryln 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 Caryln 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 Caryln directly.
Avalon 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
Morulaidh, mom
Collie
About Morulaidh
Morulaidh is a female Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Caryln decided to make her part of their program. Caryln 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.
Rionnag, mom
Collie
About Rionnag
Rionnag is a female Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Caryln decided to make her part of their program. Caryln 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Avalon 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.
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.
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), 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).