Balmoral Border Collies

Tina N.

Breeder of Border Collies

Meet the breeder

I'm Tina N., the breeder behind Balmoral Border Collies located in Tehachapi, CA. Balmoral Border Collies is a small hobby kennel in California. We strive to breed healthy, well-tempered dogs for conformation as well as dogs who can exceed in sports. Our dogs are our family and are raised inside with us as part of our family. We compete in conformation, obedience & other sports.

Q. & A. with Tina

Why did you start breeding?
After purchasing my first Border Collie in 2004 I was hooked. I was lucky enough to purchase my next Border Collie from an amazing breeder who became my mentor and taught me so much about the breed and the genetics behind them. I have enjoyed learning more about this breed and seeing all that they can do!
What makes your program special?
At Balmoral, we want all our dogs to be active, happy and healthy. We currently own dogs who excel in many different areas. We currently have produced puppies titled in conformation, agility, flyball, dock diving, barn hunt and fast cat. We love seeing all the pups we have produced living up to their full potential, whether that be in the ring or enjoying someone's couch.
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have rough coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle, black, gold, red, and seal. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Tina

Tina has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

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 $300 non-refundable deposit and $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“All of our puppies are the same price regardless of sex or color. Deposit is non-refundable $300.”

Contract & health guarantee

Tina 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 Tina 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 Tina 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
- Puppy health practices
  - Vet check
  - First round of shots and deworming

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tina.

Breeder's location

Meet in Tehachapi, CA

2255 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Los Angeles Airport

2282 miles away

More about Tina

Club memberships
Tina is a member of Border Collie Club of Northern California and Border Collie Society of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Professional Groomer, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Tina has been a member of Good Dog for about 7 years
Tina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Tina’s links

Tina is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Balmoral Border 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

Bristol, mom
Border Collie
About Bristol
Bristol is a female Border Collie almost 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tina decided to make her part of their program. Tina 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
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), +11 more.
Nyah, mom
Border Collie
About Nyah
Nyah is a female Border Collie about 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tina decided to make her part of their program. Tina 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
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +2 more.
Cruella, mom
Border Collie
About Cruella
Cruella is a female Border Collie over 10 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tina decided to make her part of their program. Tina 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
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +4 more.
Ch. Balmoral's Better Than Revenge (Quinn), mom
Border Collie
About Ch. Balmoral's Better Than Revenge (Quinn)
Ch. Balmoral's Better Than Revenge (Quinn) is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tina decided to make her part of their program. Tina 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

Excellent level

Balmoral Border 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 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.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
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.
Glaucoma (BCG), Border Collie Type, Early Adult Onset Deafness (EAOD), Trapped Neutrophil Syndrome, Cohen Syndrome (TNS), Dental Hypomineralization (DH), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Full Embark 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).