Blackbird Kennels
- Milford, MA
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Expected Border Collie litter
Due Feb. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Hannah P., the breeder behind Blackbird Kennels located in Milford, MA. Our dogs are first and foremost bred for health and temperament. As a professional dog trainer it is important to me to produce sound/stable animals. Our dogs make great pets as well as versatile athletes.
Q. & A. with Hannah
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 tri-color, blue merle, black, blue, gold, red, sable, sable merle, and seal. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Chanterelle
Went homeFemale
Puffball
Went homeMale
Oyster
Went homeMale
Cremini
Went homeFemale
Truffle
Went homeMale
Button
Went homeFemale
Wahoo
Went homeMale
Mahi
Went homeFemale
Barracuda
Went homeFemale
Sardine
Went homeFemale
Anchovy
Went homeFemale
Flounder
Went homeMale
Mackerel
Went homeMale
Trek
Went homeMale
Tour
Went homeFemale
Peach
Went homeFemale
Barbarian
Went homeFemale
Paladin
Went homeMale
Wizard
Went homeMale
Warlock
Went homeMale
Monk
Went homeMale
Cleric
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Hannah
Hannah 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.
Hannah partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 8 weeks old.
“Puppies are not first come first served! We are breeding to keep for ourselves first and foremost and make no set decisions until around 8 weeks of age. ”
Price
“This non-refundable deposit can be transfer to another litter (with availability) at your convenience.”
Contract & health guarantee
Hannah 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 Hannah 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 Hannah 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
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Hannah.
Breeder's location
Meet in Milford, MA
3691 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Bradley Airport
3747 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Hannah can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Hannah
Hannah has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Hannah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Hannah is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Blackbird Kennels 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
Lotus, mom
Border Collie
About Lotus
Lotus is a high drive girl who loves to go hiking, swimming at the beach and most of all play frisbee! In the house you can normally find her relaxing on a bed or trying to entice someone into a game of tug or fetch!
Excellent health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Blackbird Kennels 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).
