Cascade Sun Kennels
Meet the breeder
I'm Christian R., the breeder behind Cascade Sun Kennels located in Hood River, OR. We built our program with care and intention in every step. We care deeply about the health and wellbeing of this breed. Our program was built with care and intention in every step. We are passionate about the health and wellbeing of this breed, and we want our program to be an example of how to responsibly breed high-quality, healthy dogs.
Q. & A. with Christian
Why did you start breeding?
I was raised on a horse ranch in Woodinville, Wa with 6 dogs and 22 horses and lots of experience with both!What makes your program special?
We specialize in the agility and working lineages of Arthur Allen and his Disney heritage combined with the best in breed AKC and NADAC Agility, Rally, and Grand Champion-sired collies from agility houses such as Bear Creek K9 Kennels (NY), Cowboy Dog Kennels (TX), and the XCALIBER (MN) line. Our dams are hand-selected for these talents as well as their show-quality coats and gorgeous eyes!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 tri-color, slate merle, blue merle, blue, white and blue, white and blue merle, and slate. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Christian
Christian 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
“All dogs are full-panel DNA tested for genetic health, and all puppies from our kennel have lifetime guarantee against the major border collie genetic illnesses, as well as kennel sicknesses! We can hold a puppy for half down with remainder due on pickup at 8 weeks with first 2 rounds of vaccinations, deworming and health record.”
Contract & health guarantee
Christian 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 Christian 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 Christian 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Christian.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Hood River, OR
5177 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at PDX
5216 miles away
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More about Christian
Club memberships
Christian is a member of AKC, ABCA, and Border Collie Society of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Blue Ribbon Breeder .
Christian has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Christian was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Christian is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Cascade Sun 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
Parent dogs
Licorice, mom
Border Collie
About Licorice
Licorice is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Christian decided to make her part of their program. Christian 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.
Lobo, dad
Border Collie
About Lobo
Lobo is a male Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Christian decided to make him part of their program. Christian 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
Good level
Cascade Sun 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 (rDVM, not registered)
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).
