Calibre Collies
- Kentucky
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Susan K., the breeder behind Calibre Collies located in Kentucky. Our dogs and pups are raised in our home and are loved as family. We strive to produce high-quality show prospects and companions. Our dogs shine both in and out of the show ring. We are dedicated to improving our lines with each generation so that the breed will continue to thrive for a long time to come.
Q. & A. with Susan
Why did you start breeding?
I was fortunate enough to be the grubby kid that brought the immaculate dog to the immaculate people at ringside. I traveled across the United States and Canada with various people working for them. As I got older I evolved into showing dogs. The dogs always had my heart, and I can’t imagine life without them. They are priority one.What makes your program special?
I think what makes my breeding program special is that I am invested in not only their beauty, but their health, their temperament, as well as their structure. I feel there is so much testing available to help us make better informed decisions to provide our dogs with the opportunity to a healthy life in conjunction with the best food, healthcare, training, and home life setting.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 black white and tan, sable and white, and blue merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Susan
Susan 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
Contract & health guarantee
Susan 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 Susan 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 Susan 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
- 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
- Food & treats
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Susan.
Breeder's location
Meet in Kentucky
432 miles away
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More about Susan
Club memberships
Susan is a member of Louisville Kennel Clu and Collie Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Susan has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Susan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Susan’s links
Susan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Calibre 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
Jill, mom
Collie
About Jill
Jill is a female Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Susan decided to make her part of their program. Susan 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.
Cooper, dad
Collie
About Cooper
Best boy EVER
Cooper, dad
Collie
About Cooper
Cooper is a male Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Susan decided to make him part of their program. Susan 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.
Reason, mom
Collie
About Reason
Reason is a female Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Susan decided to make her part of their program. Susan 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
Excellent level
Calibre 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 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Brucellosis
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.
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Dermatomyositis, PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 2 (rcd2)
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).
