I'm Caroline J., the breeder behind Caroline Jones located in Ringoes, NJ. Our dogs are bred for health and temperament with a focus on conformation, athleticism, and intelligence. We are dedicated to providing our families with wonderful healthy family pets.
Q. & A. with Caroline
Why did you start breeding?
Through my mentors. They took the time to teach me what they knew and stood by me in the beginning to guide me.
What makes your program special?
I started out with my breeds top sires and was lucky enough to purchase extraordinary females with virtues hard to get in my breed.
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 blue merle and white, sable and white, and black white and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Sparky
Went home
Male
Goldy
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Caroline
Caroline 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 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes eye check by canine ophthalmologist, vet check, first puppy shot, three dewormings, AKC Registration Papers, four generation pedigree, microchip.”
Contract & health guarantee
Caroline 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 Caroline 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 Caroline directly.
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
Toys
Food & treats
AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Caroline.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Ringoes, NJ
Other pick-up locations
More about Caroline
Club memberships
Caroline is a member of Vice President and past president of the Hunterdon Hills Collie Club and board member of the Keystone Collie Club , Collie Club of America, and District Director for the Collie Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Caroline has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Caroline was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Caroline is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Caroline Jones 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
Fleck, mom
Collie
About Fleck
Fleck is a female Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Caroline decided to make her part of their program. Caroline 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.
Tom, dad
Collie
About Tom
Tom is a male Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Caroline decided to make him part of their program. Caroline 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
Great level
Caroline Jones 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.
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Dermatomyositis, 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).