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Borders of Beauty: The Perfect Blend of Beauty and Brains
Meet the breeder
I'm Katie G., the breeder behind Borders of Beauty: The Perfect Blend of Beauty and Brains located in Dublin, CA. Whether paddleboarding or running through fields, Border Collies embody adventure and loyalty. We raise healthy, well-rounded puppies from health-tested parents, ensuring they grow into confident, affectionate companions for active, loving families.
Q. & A. with Katie
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding because I wanted to share the amazing qualities of Border Collies with others. It started with one incredible dog who inspired me to dive deeper into understanding the breed. Over time, I realized the importance of breeding for health, temperament, and beauty to create exceptional companions for families and enthusiasts alike.What makes your program special?
Our program is inspired by Team Reeves Ranch, whose guidance fuels our passion for raising exceptional Border Collies. With a focus on health, intelligence, and temperament, we strive to create companions that inspire joy, loyalty, and purpose in every family they join.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 are white and gold. 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.
Yellow Collar
Went homeFemale
Blue Collar Service Dog
Went homeMale
Black Collar
Went homeMale
Green Collar
Went homeMale
Red Collar
Went homeMale
Purple Collar
Went homeFemale
Pink Collar
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Katie
Katie 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 $400 non-refundable deposit and between $2,600 - $3,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
“Specific puppy price will be determined after birth.”
Contract & health guarantee
Katie 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 Katie 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 Katie 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Katie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Dublin, CA
5664 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sacramento
5602 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Katie can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Katie
Katie has been a member of Good Dog for 11 months
Katie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Katie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Borders of Beauty: The Perfect Blend of Beauty and Brains 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
Maddie, mom
Border Collie
About Maddie
She’s got moves! Our Border Collie can catch a frisbee mid-air without breaking a sweat—even after a dizzying game of Ring Around the Rosie! Agility and fun are her middle names! Maddie was born at the Team Reeves Ranch on 8/28/22 and is 100% White and Gold Border Collie
Great health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Borders of Beauty: The Perfect Blend of Beauty and Brains 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 (rDVM, not registered)
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 (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.
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).
