Clermont

Natalie H.

Breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs

Meet the breeder

I'm Natalie H., the breeder behind Clermont located in Sterling, VA. I breed with a focus on temperament, health, and conformation of the breed. My dogs regularly compete in show and are proven champions in the ring and in our home. They make the wonderful companion dogs for any loving family to welcome home.

Q. & A. with Natalie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    With their amazing temperament, it is hard to not fall in love with Shelties. My breeding program strives to maintain the unique characteristics of the Sheltie while placing an emphasis on producing puppies of superior health, temperament, and conformation. It has been an absolute joy of a journey, and I'm so happy to be able to share these wonderful dogs with other loving families and individuals.

  • What makes your program special?

    I show my shelties in conformation and I am a licensed junior showmanship judge. I breed very sparingly and only breed them once they are fully healthy and genetically tested. I'm dedicated to always having responsible policies when it comes to breeding, socializing, and training my pups. I love this breed and truly want the very best for my puppies and their families.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Getting a puppy from Natalie

Natalie 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 $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes the guarantee, vaccinations, de-worming, a physical exam by the vet, microchip, and AKC registration.”

Contract & health guarantee

Natalie 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 Natalie 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 Natalie 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
      • 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
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Natalie.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Sterling, VA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Washington Dulles Airport

More about Natalie

  • Club memberships

    Natalie is a member of Blue Ridge Shetland Sheepdog Club, Old Dominion Kennel Club of Northern Virginia, and American Shetland Sheepdog Association.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Judge.

  • Natalie has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Natalie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Natalie’s links

Natalie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Clermont 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

Clermont 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.

  • Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), 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).

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