Crosswind Collies
- Winston Salem, NC
Meet the breeder
I'm Sandra S., the breeder behind Crosswind Collies located in Winston Salem, NC. My goal is to produce a great representation of the Collie and to continue improving the line with each generation. I breed for health, temperament, conformation. I devote my time, energy, and attention to each litter to ensure puppies get the best start in life. I take pride in what I do and am excited to introduce your family to your next Collie puppy!
Q. & A. with Sandra
Why did you start breeding?
I regularly participate in conformation shows and started breeding to continue and improve upon my incredible Collie line. I am very proud to be breeding these incredible dogs. It is important to me that I am breeding versatile, well-rounded, socialized, and healthy pups for my buyers to welcome into their homes and hearts.What makes your program special?
I am very dedicated to what I do and what I am trying to achieve as a breeder. I work with passion, heart, and integrity, and I truly want what's best for the Collie line. I love these dogs and always want the very best for my puppies and their forever families. I am learning constantly from colleagues and mentors. Health testing and DNA testing my dogs is an important part of my breeding program to ensure the health of generations to come.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Sandra
Sandra 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
Contract & health guarantee
Sandra 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 Sandra 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 Sandra 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
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 Sandra.
Breeder's location
Meet in Winston Salem, NC
259 miles away
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More about Sandra
Club memberships
Sandra is a member of Winston Salem Dog Training Club, Forsyth Kennel Club, and Collie Club of America.
Sandra has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Sandra was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Sandra is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Crosswind 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
Parent dogs
Cyndi, mom
Collie
About Cyndi
Golden Fawn Sable and White Color
Elli Mae, mom
Collie
About Elli Mae
Elli Mae is a female Collie almost 14 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sandra decided to make her part of their program. Sandra 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.
Excellent health testing
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Crosswind 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 Collies.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 2 (rcd2), Dermatomyositis, 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).
