I'm Amanda I., the breeder behind Canami Shelties located in Alexandria Bay, NY. Our main focus is as a preservation breeder. Breeding to the AKC standard and having dogs that are good family companions, performance dogs and conformation champions. We do testing to ensure our puppies start with the best backgrounds.
Q. & A. with Amanda
Why did you start breeding?
I started showing dogs at 7yrs old and saw a Sheltie at a show and decided I would like one. I was able to get my first Sheltie in 1977 and she earned several Obedience titles and had some success in the show ring and whelping box. Some of my dogs still trace back to her.
What makes your program special?
I focus on sound dogs that can work both physically and mentally and are correct according to standard. We started testing eyes and for Vwd in the early 80's and followed with Cerf Hips . We currently do OFA Hips, Elbows and Eye checks and DNA testing for Vwd3, DMS, MDR1, DM, CNGA1 CEA
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Sunshine
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Amanda
Amanda 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 between $2,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Pups are vet checked, vaccines UTD and microchipped. We register the pup with AKC as soon as you have picked out a name and also register the microchip and it is sent to you in the mail.”
Contract & health guarantee
Amanda 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 Amanda 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 Amanda directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Amanda.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Alexandria Bay, NY
3771 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Syracuse Hancock Airport
3832 miles away
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More about Amanda
Club memberships
Amanda is a member of North Country Kennel Club and American Shetland Sheepdog Association.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Amanda has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Amanda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Amanda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Canami Shelties 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
Norton, dad
Shetland Sheepdog
About Norton
Norton has 2 points left to acquire his AKC Championship. She is Ofa hips good and elbows normal, has a normal eye check from an ophthalmologist and an Animal Genetics DNA panel all normal normal including low-risk DMS Aabb 2:01/2:01
Good health testing
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Mando, dad
Shetland Sheepdog
About Mando
Mando is a male Shetland Sheepdog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Amanda decided to make him part of their program. Amanda 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.
Charity, mom
Shetland Sheepdog
About Charity
Charity is a female Shetland Sheepdog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amanda decided to make her part of their program. Amanda 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.
Cara, mom
Shetland Sheepdog
About Cara
Cara is a female Shetland Sheepdog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amanda decided to make her part of their program. Amanda 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Canami Shelties 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 Shetland Sheepdogs.
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.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, 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, Dermatomyositis, von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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).
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.