Brilliant Kennels

Isabelle F.

Breeder of Border Collies

  • Brazil, IN ·
  • Responds within a day
  • 100% recommend •

Upcoming litters

Torch
Skye

Border Collie litter

Planned Oct. 2027

Ready Dec. 2027

Meet the breeder

I'm Isabelle F., the breeder behind Brilliant Kennels located in Brazil, IN. Our dogs are bred for lower energy levels, making them better suited to more environments such as city life. There is a wide range of job opportunities available to train for. They can excel at therapy, frisbee, livestock, and above all, as a member of the family. Pups are AKC Grand Champion sired.

Q. & A. with Isabelle

  • Why did you start breeding?

    After I bought Skye, realizing her calm disposition was rare in border collies, I decided I needed to preserve that trait at all costs. I wanted to make border collies available to a wider range of owners, and prove those wrong who say you “can’t own them in town because of their high energy”. I believe everyone should have the chance to enrich their lives with a border collie.

  • What makes your program special?

    We have AKC champion bloodlines. We also allow all dogs a chance at herding livestock, but strive to make good companion dogs above all, because they’ll be the best friend you’ll ever have!

  • 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 black and white and blue 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.

Getting a puppy from Isabelle

Isabelle 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Isabelle partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit. The remaining $1,500 - $2,000 is due before pickup, plus applicable taxes and fees.

“Puppy price includes AKC registration, shots, health check, and more. $500 down to secure a specific pup!”

Contract & health guarantee

Isabelle 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 Isabelle 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 Isabelle directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • 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
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • AKC registration
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Isabelle.

Breeder's location

Meet in Brazil, IN

4422 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Indianapolis Airport

4381 miles away

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Meet in Augusta, ME

3530 miles away

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More about Isabelle

  • Club memberships

    Isabelle is a member of AKC.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Vet Assistant, Dog Trainer.

  • Isabelle has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 month

    Isabelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.

  • Isabelle’s links

Isabelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Brilliant 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Brilliant 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.

  • 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Isabelle to bring home their puppies.

  • Jennifer W.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2026

    I had never worked through GoodDog before and I have to say best experience ever. Working with Isabelle could not have gone smoother. She helped me navigate every little thing and answered questions timely! She even helped me arrange delivery over many states. Great experience!

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    Elise K.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

      • +4

    We are so glad to have met Isabelle with Brilliant Kennels! She was so sweet and helpful through the puppy process. She made adding a new puppy to our family really easy. We highly recommend her program and are very pleased with our new puppy!

  • Natasha C.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2026

    Isabelle was just an absolute gift to get us to the right puppy. She was incredibly responsive and right from the start we knew that her puppies were deeply loved and cared for which made us trust her instantly. She went above and beyond to ensure we had a well tempered, well educated and highly intelligent pup and even after we received him, she continues to guide us and help us to ensure he is happy and healthy. We are so grateful for her guidance and quick turnaround during this time.

    Anne B.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

    Isabelle was fabulous to work with and super helpful and responsive in bringing a new beloved puppy into our home. It is evident how much she loves and cares for the mother and her liter. She was communicative throughout the process and has followed up to make sure our puppy has settled in its new home. We would highly recommend her to any prospective new border collie owners.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.