Clark Kennel Shelties

Dan & Dorothy C.

Breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs

  • Chambersburg, PA
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Dan & Dorothy C., the breeder behind Clark Kennel Shelties located in Chambersburg, PA. We are breeding purebred Shelties with good health and temperament and attractive coloring to make good family pets. We strive to ensure every owner can get the very best out of their puppy.

Q. & A. with Dan & Dorothy

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Dan and I were both raised in families with dogs. When we married we got a Sheltie, then others along the road. We had a breeder as a friend who helped us through breeding one of our dogs and we decided to share our Sheltie love with other families.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our primary concern is their long-term health, but also to be well-adjusted pets with a pleasing temperament. Our pups make loyal and loving companions and great dogs for the right family.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include sable merle and white and sable 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.

Getting a puppy from Dan & Dorothy

Dan & Dorothy 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 a $500 deposit and between $1,500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“All puppies are $2,000, with limited AKC registration (without breeding rights) and microchips. Additional products and services are available. The first $200 waiting list deposit is REFUNDABLE. Once puppies are born, we will announce a date when puppies can be reserved with a $500 total (including the first $300) NONrefundable deposit.”

Contract & health guarantee

Dan & Dorothy 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 Dan & Dorothy 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 Dan & Dorothy directly.

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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
      • 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
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Dan & Dorothy.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Chambersburg, PA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Baltimore/Washington Airport

Flexible meeting point

Dan & Dorothy can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Dan & Dorothy

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Dan & Dorothy has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Dan & Dorothy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Dan & Dorothy’s links

Dan & Dorothy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Clark Kennel 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Clark Kennel 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.

  • PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Dermatomyositis, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

    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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Dan & Dorothy to bring home their puppies.

  • Anna G.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2024

      • +8

    Wonderful! Our little sheltie puppy, Frisco, is growing well & learning fast. We're pretty sure he likes us about as much as we like him. 😀 Dan & Dorothy were excellent to work with, so helpful through the process, and continued great communication even after puppy came home with us.

    Roberto L.

    Verified owner · June 2024

    Dan and Dorothy were very responsive to all my messages and it was easy to coordinate pickup. Oliver arrived home healthy and he is such a cute baby.

    Jeri S.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2024

    Dan & Dorothy were AMAZING to work with! I am a first time Sheltie owner and they were more than enough help with educating me on the breed. I knew EXACTLY what I would be expecting! I picked out Benji (formerly Moe) at around 2wks old and had consistent updates on his personality, health and cuteness! We are so in love with Benji and he has become the BEST part of our family! He has the most friendliest nature and loves traveling with us and meeting new people and dogs! He has truly been a blessing to have and we cannot thank Dan & Dorothy enough for raising such a beautiful, healthy, smart and loyal puppy! I already want another one!! I would highly recommend Dan & Dorothy to anyone looking for the perfect Sheltie ❤️

  • Jennifer I.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2024

    Dorothy and Dan were wonderful to work with. They were very responsive and knowledgeable, and answered all my crazy questions. They made the process easy and friendly. We couldn't be happier with Gunnar (formerly "Ladybug Collar"), and were so impressed with how the Clarks gave the puppies a start in life as a member of the family. Everything from my initial inquiry to pick-up day was smooth and handled with heart. I can't say enough good things to adequately convey my gratitude.

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    Scott S.

    Verified owner · June 2024

    We had a fantastic experience in purchasing Luna from Clark Kennel Shelties. Dan and Dorothy were responsive to messages and allowed us to have a smooth transition. Luna is nine weeks old now and a loving, sweet, and curious puppy. She is doing fantastic with potty training (not one accident at night in her crate). She loves to play and is a little shy around strangers. We could not ask for a better experience and are very pleased!

    Lisa G.

    Verified owner · July 2023

      • +8

    It was such a joy to work with Dan and Dorothy. I had my heart set on a particular puppy and they really worked with me. Quinn is such a wonderful addition to our family. She has the best disposition. I've owned many Shelties over the years...this experience definitely stands out. I would absolutely recommend them. We are having so much fun with her.

Photos

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.

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.

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.

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.

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