Bluewater Border Collies
- Westport, CT
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Planned Border Collie litter
Due May 2026
Planned Border Collie litter
Due July 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Jennifer C., the breeder behind Bluewater Border Collies located in Westport, CT. I take pride in breeding top-quality Border Collies and I strive for perfection in confirmation, temperament, and health. I strive to improve the line with each generation by seeking out complementary traits in compatible puppy parents. I work hard and I take great pride in my breeding program.
Q. & A. with Jennifer
Why did you start breeding?
I fell in love with a border collie named Indy I witnessed in Central Park -- he was amazing. I grew up with Shelties which have some similarities. Border collies are so smart, intuitive, compassionate and athletic in a fairly compact body - and just simply gorgeous creatures. I am passionate about the breed, especially breeding for grounded personality that can wind up but also wind down.What makes your program special?
I imported Zaira from top breeder Clan Abby in NZ when she was 8 weeks old. I later bred her to GCHP Majestic Elite Clever Endeavor PT, one of the border collie show dogs of all time. I have to bitches from that litter. Beautiful dogs with beautiful temperaments.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, blue, and red. 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.
Zuc
Went homeMale
Plum
Went homeFemale
Bean
Went homeMale
Jasper
Went homeMale
Sabrina
Went homeFemale
Tabitha
Went homeFemale
Giles
Went homeMale
Casper
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Jennifer
Jennifer 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.
Jennifer 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 6 weeks old.
"Generally, I look at who is first in - they say what sex/color they prefer. Once the puppies are born, I can start to assign them but often will wait until I can get a better sense of temperament (depending on certain needs of prospective buyers)."
Price
"The price includes AKC registration, deworming, and puppy vaccinations. Refundable only if I do not have a suitable puppy — see contract."
Contract & health guarantee
Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer directly.
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 in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Jennifer.
Breeder's location
Meet in Westport, CT
261 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at John F. Kennedy Airport (was New York Airport)
225 miles away
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More about Jennifer
Jennifer has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Jennifer was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Jennifer’s links
Jennifer is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Bluewater 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
Gidget aka Smidge, mom
Border Collie
About Gidget aka Smidge
Gidget's mother is the grandaughter of GCh Majestic Elite Clever Endeavor (aka Slick), one of the top border collie show dogs of all time in the US (winning top BC at Westminster three times and top herding dog once). Her mother is my dog Bluewater Mighty Aphrodite (aka Mighty) who is my all time soul dog. Gidget has her spunk and sense of humor and is a bit of a goofball sometimes and regal at others. She's extremely loving and loves to put her head on my shoulder. She's got a gentle disposition. Her athleticism is amazing -- she's the fastest of my seven dogs.
Captain, dad
Border Collie
About Captain
Captain is a male Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jennifer decided to make him part of their program. Jennifer 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.
Birdie, mom
Border Collie
About Birdie
Beautiful, soft-natured, extremely athletic, loving and very smart pup. Just earned her AKC Championship and does agility for fun.
Tallulah or Lula, mom
Border Collie
About Tallulah or Lula
Tallulah or Lula is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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.
Mighty, mom
Border Collie
About Mighty
Mighty is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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
Great level
Bluewater 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.
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).
