Caraid Shelties
Meet the breeder
I'm Catherine F., the breeder behind Caraid Shelties located in Ceresco, MI. We offer sheltie raised with many different sounds, surfaces, people. Hoping to prepare the puppies for a lifetime of fun.
Q. & A. with Catherine
Why did you start breeding?
It took a while to decide to breed, but when we did we looked for the best males for structure and temperament, to add to our girls.What makes your program special?
We have many supportive family members and friends to help socialize and evaluate our puppies. We use many parts of Puppy culture, and find it incredibly beneficial.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle white and tan, sable and white, black white and tan, blue merle and white, and black and white. 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.
Flare
Went homeMale
Rumble
Went homeMale
Ty
Went homeMale
Twister
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Catherine
Catherine 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
"Includes genetic guarantees, age appropriate vaccines, microchip and registration."
Contract & health guarantee
Catherine 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 Catherine 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 Catherine 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 with children
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Catherine.
Breeder's location
Meet in Ceresco, MI
4216 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Catherine can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Catherine
Club memberships
Catherine is a member of Shetland Sheepdog Club of Greater Detroit, Obedience Training Club of Greater Lansing , and Battle Creek Kennel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Catherine has been a member of Good Dog for 7 months
Catherine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Catherine’s links
Catherine is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Caraid 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
Litter and program updates
Catherine F.
Litter update on 05 Oct 2025 •Puppies are growing, up to 17 weeks, 2 boys very confident.
Evan and Emma's litter
Parent dogs
Emma, mom
Shetland Sheepdog
About Emma
Emma is AKC registered, a very sweet girl, she is co owned with her breeder, but lives here with us, she loves to play ball, run with the other dogs, she likes to sleep on the bed, cuddle on the couch, but acts like a dog too, and begs.
Good health testing
Dermatomyositis, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), +3 more.
Emma, mom
Shetland Sheepdog
About Emma
Emma is a fun dog, co owned, but lives with us, she likes to play ball, plays well with other dogs, and enjoys people
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Caraid 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.
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.
Vet Wellness Exam
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.
von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Dermatomyositis, 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).
