Coalcyn Kennels

Josh A.

Breeder of Border Collies

  • Oroville, CA

Available puppies

Nuke

Ready now

2 years old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Josh A., the breeder behind Coalcyn Kennels located in Oroville, CA. Coalcyn Kennels is the product of true love for the Border Collie Breed on the part of Breeder, Josh Albrecht. The Border Collies of Coalcyn are loved members of our family, spending hours of enjoyment participating in farm tasks and family life.

Q. & A. with Josh

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Josh Albrecht grew up moving stock with Border Collies. As his area was hit by fires, the dogs proved critical, quickly gathering animals. Others noticed that Joshes dogs had an off switch, chilling with people, not demanding a job. Josh also realized few in the breed were health testing. Josh is bettering the breed with healthy, multitalented dogs that coexist and can excel now and in the future.
  • What makes your program special?

    Our dogs are willing in a variety of activities yet possess an “off switch”. The ability to settle and be a part of the family whether out and about, moving cattle, performing canine athletic events or chilling at the end of the day. Coalcyn’s extensive health testing and refusal to breed dogs unless they are genetically healthy and able to work and bond peacefully with the family and other dogs produces truly wonderful Border Collies.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include blue merle, red merle, brindle, lilac, sable, saddleback sable, and seal. 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 Josh

Josh 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $750 - $2,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Includes limited or full akc and or abca registration, deworming, vaccinations, vet check, and microchip. My deposits are non refundable, however if there isn’t a puppy in the litter that fits your home and goals, then you deposit may be transferred to a future litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Josh 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 Josh 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 Josh 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
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Oroville, CA

5548 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Sacramento Airport

5598 miles away

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More about Josh

  • Josh has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

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

Josh is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Coalcyn 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Coalcyn 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 (Preliminary), 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.

  • Elbow Dysplasia (Preliminary)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Josh to bring home their puppies.

  • JG

    Janice G.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

    I love that Josh did all the testing upfront with the Parents and he was only 2 hours away. I was able to talk to him as needed or message him. Everything went great.I have had Border Collies for about 30 years and know what I like and needed and she is perfect for me at this stage of my life. Lena fit in with my older dogs and is a very easy going girl. Up for what ever is going on, easy to train and has also settle.

  • ww

    wing w.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2023

    Our family loves Bambi so much! Bambi brings joy and happyness to us. Thank you very much!

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.

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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