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Battle Born Borders
Meet the breeder
I'm Rebecca M., the breeder behind Battle Born Borders located in Carson City, NV. Our high-quality Border Collies are the result of extensive research and thorough care for our outstanding dogs and puppies. When we bring a life into the world, we take that responsibility seriously and do everything we can to make sure it gets the best start possible.
Q. & A. with Rebecca
Why did you start breeding?
I began with genetic and health testing of my current border collie. she came back as clear, I then looked into her confirmation and worth ethic as I run mine on cattle. she is an amazing worker and a well rounded dog. her work ethic is what had me breed her the first time.What makes your program special?
I health and genetic test all of my dogs. I strive for clear puppies. I also pen hip and potential pups at 14 weeks old before I even consider breeding. I then run my ofas at 2 years old. during the time between 14 weeks and two years I spend time training the dogs and looking at their dispossion attitude and willingness to please and learn putting them on what they enjoy, cattle, agility,divingWhat are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have smooth 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, red merle, black, blue, lilac, red, sable merle, white and blue merle, and white and red merle. 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.
June x Hooey girl 3
Went homeFemale
June x Hooey boy 3
Went homeMale
blue merle tri
Went homeMale
June x Hooey girl 2
Went homeFemale
June x Hooey boy 1
Went homeMale
June x Hooey girl 1
Went homeFemale
Spree x Hooey girl 2
Went homeFemale
Spree x Hooey Boy 5
Went homeMale
Spree x Hooey Boy 3
Went homeMale
Spree x Hooey Boy 2
Went homeMale
Spree x Hooey Boy 1
Went homeMale
Spree x Hooey Boy 4
Went homeMale
Spree x Hooey girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Rebecca
Rebecca 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $750 - $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes akc/abca registration (limited or full depending agreement) first and second round of vaccinations, deworming, and socialization. puppies leave with a heath guarantee and are vet checked prior of leaving and must be health checked within 48 hrs of new ownership. price of puppies is based on male or female and limited or full registration Price is not based on color.”
Contract & health guarantee
Rebecca 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 Rebecca 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 Rebecca 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 Rebecca.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Carson City, NV
5515 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Reno/Tahoe Airport
5500 miles away
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More about Rebecca
Rebecca has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Rebecca was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Rebecca is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Battle Born Borders 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
June, mom
Border Collie
About June
June is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rebecca decided to make her part of their program. Rebecca 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.
Uploaded health tests
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA).
Spree, mom
Border Collie
About Spree
Spree is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rebecca decided to make her part of their program. Rebecca 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
Battle Born Borders 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 (Preliminary), Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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 (Preliminary), Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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.
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.
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).
