Border Collie dei Fanelli
- Austin, TX
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Vanessa F., the breeder behind Border Collie dei Fanelli located in Austin, TX. We are proud to offer our high-quality sport puppies to loving sport homes. We are a selective breeding program that focuses on temperament and the overall well-being of our dogs. We breed to produce athletic and healthy puppies that can continue to thrive in their forever homes.
Q. & A. with Vanessa
Why did you start breeding?
I am currently breeding only my sports dogs after evaluating their temperament and their qualities. I strive to produce healthy and athletic puppies that can be successful in their forever homes.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Diamond
Went homeFemale
Ametista
Went homeFemale
Smeraldo
Went homeMale
Eye of the Tiger
Went homeMale
Giada
Went homeFemale
Acquamarina
Went homeFemale
Rubino
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Vanessa
Vanessa 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 deposit and $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes a 7 days health guarantee and ABCA registration. ABCA registration can be transferred to AKC. All of our puppies are the same price, regardless of color. Once puppies are born, I will ask for a $500 deposti. Deposits are non-refundable, but can be transferred to another litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Vanessa 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 Vanessa 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 Vanessa 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
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Vanessa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Austin, TX
1302 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Austin–Bergstrom Airport
1296 miles away
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More about Vanessa
Club memberships
Vanessa is a member of K9xPress, Flying Disc Dogs of Texas, ABCA, and AKC.
Certifications & recognitions
Disc Dog Trainer, Canine Nutritionist, Associate Dog Trainer.
Vanessa has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Vanessa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Vanessa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Border Collie dei Fanelli 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
Levy, dad
Border Collie
About Levy
Levy is a male Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Vanessa decided to make him part of their program. Vanessa 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.
Excellent health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Shoulder Osteochondrosis, +2 more.
Stella, mom
Border Collie
About Stella
Stella is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Vanessa decided to make her part of their program. Vanessa 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
DNA Disease Panel, Shoulder Osteochondrosis, +1 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Border Collie dei Fanelli 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.
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).
