Croisan Creek Border Collies
- Salem, OR
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Expected Border Collie litter
Due Apr. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Elizabeth H., the breeder behind Croisan Creek Border Collies located in Salem, OR. Health and temperament are paramount at CCBC. Our dogs are sensitive, affectionate, willing partners that succeed in service work, competitive avenues such as trick dog and agility, and as companions for active families. Our dogs come from working lines, chosen for their caml demeanor.
Q. & A. with Elizabeth
Why did you start breeding?
Breeding is an act of love and dedication to the breed, and the community. I breed to preserve and improve the lines I work with: temperament first. I need reliable, level headed, intelligent and sensitive dogs to do the service work I need, and that others rely on in my dogs. Our dogs help us live your best lives, whether it is through service work competition work etc.What makes your program special?
I breed for stable, intelligent, sensitive and capable border collies. My dogs are affectionate, with sweet dispositions. They are socialized from the day they are born to ensure success in many situations. They maintain a strong work ethic from their working parentage, and channel it into many different fields, making them some of the finest and most well rounded borders on the west coast.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, black and white, black, and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Elizabeth
Elizabeth has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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 puppies receive a veterinary checkup, deworming, and their first round of shots. Puppies are started on socialization with other dogs, cats, pet birds, children, and more. Deposit ensures position in line to choose a puppy. Deposit may be refundable EX If you desire a female and are 3rd in line and all females are chosen you will be refunded or can choose a male.”
Contract & health guarantee
Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth 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
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Elizabeth.
Breeder's location
Meet in Salem, OR
2346 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Airport
2318 miles away
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Meet in Vancouver, WA
2321 miles away
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More about Elizabeth
Club memberships
Elizabeth is a member of Endless Pawsabilities DMWYD.
Certifications & recognitions
Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC).
Elizabeth has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months
Elizabeth was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Elizabeth’s links
Elizabeth is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Croisan Creek Border Collies 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
Litter and program updates
Elizabeth H.
Litter update on 08 Mar •…Sadly, lady is not pregnant. Her hormonal or pseudo pregnancy has ended. I am very disappointed, but good things come to those who wait. Her next cycle will be roughly July 2026, at which time she will be bred again to Friar Tuck. If you have submitted a deposit and would like a refund, please let me know. If you would like to keep your spot in line for the next try, I am happy to hold your deposit and your position for puppy choice.
Tucker and Lady's litter
Elizabeth H.
Litter update on 06 Mar •…Lady has not developed as much as I would anticipate, which leads me to believe this pregnancy is a pseudo pregnancy. (Meaning hormonal changes, but no puppies.) there is still a chance she is carrying a small litter, and we will know more next week. If this is in fact a pseudo pregnancy, all deposits are eligible for full refund, or you can keep your spot in line for her next cycle.
Tucker and Lady's litter
Elizabeth H.
Litter update on 03 Jan •Well… it looks like lady is going into heat a few weeks earlier than expected! She is flagging and showing signs of being receptive.
Tucker and Lady's litter
Elizabeth H.
Litter update on 30 Dec 2025 •Merry Christmas from my little collies to you!
Tucker and Lady's litter
Elizabeth H.
Program update on 01 Dec 2025 •…This week was a bit of an adventure. Tucker met a skunk, which we have lovingly named the “marijuana butt rat in the back yard.” Can confirm that peroxide baking soda and dawn dish soap does remove the chemical warfare if applied prior to hosing the fur. And Lady decided it would be a great idea to chew the leg of our formal dining table. I think this means she’s ready to learn more tricks and get to work on some service tasks. It took her about two minutes to learn the center position. Winding down with a nice Christmas tree and some movies today. I hope you all had a happy thanksgiving!
Elizabeth H.
Program update on 25 Nov 2025 •…Deposit list is FULL. In order to ensure all who have paid a deposit get a puppy, we can not accept any more deposits at this time. There IS a waitlist. Once puppies are born, if there are more puppies then deposits collected, those who commit to the waitlist via message to me will have a chance to put down a deposit in order of commitment received. Happy thanksgiving!!! 🍁
Elizabeth H.
Program update on 05 Nov 2025 •Then and now! Friar Tuck loves autumn! He has grown into quite the beautiful dog!
Elizabeth H.
Program update on 20 Aug 2025 •N2 Friar Tuck and CC Lady Loxley planned litter for spring/summer of 2026
Parent dogs
Lady, mom
Border Collie
About Lady
Lady Loxley is small in stature, with a gorgeous soft rough coat. She is extremely intelligent, and learns very quickly. She is also a "velcro" dog, and enjoys laying on my feet while I sit and read or do computer work. Lady loves water, swimming, and agility. She also excels at trick and task training. She learned to open a cupboard door in under two minutes! Lady matches the energy of the people around her, and is capable of calm energy in any location. She has an extremely sweet disposition and enjoys people, children, and even cats! Lady is CKC registered. Lady's litter will be CKC registered.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel.Tucker, dad
Border Collie
About Tucker
Triple registered: ABCA CKC AKC. Tucker is an incredible smart, sensitive and devoted dog. He comes from working lines (ABCA), but has a medium herding drive. Tucker is a velcro dog, and will follow me around everywhere. He loves to please and has a very calm demeanor. Unlike high strung collies, he will snuggle for hours, and asks all strangers to pet him (this is a privilege he honors them with). Tucker will match your energy easily. If you are calm and assertive, he is balanced and attentive. If you take him out for a hike, to play, or to a herding clinic, he will rise to the occasion. Tucker is a working SERVICE dog, task trained. He has flown on airplanes, traveled in trains, busses and cars. He does not shy away from large crowded spaces. When we are not working service tasks, Tucker is busy trick training. Tucker currently has his Novice, Novice Masters, Intermediate, and Advanced Trick Dog Titles. Tucker can have black tricolor, red tricolor, black and white, and red and white. He is safe to breed to a Merle female. He is Embark DNA clear for border collie health issues.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel.
Parent health testing
Good level
Croisan Creek Border Collies 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.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
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).
