Darby Border Collies of Alabama
Meet the breeder
I'm Sideana G., the breeder behind Darby Border Collies of Alabama located in Altoona, AL. Our dogs are bred to have top qualities that all families want in their puppies, such as compassion, patience, and love! The sweet, loyal, and playful disposition of our dogs inspired us to begin responsibly breeding to expand the breed and share them with others.
Q. & A. with Sideana
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have smooth coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are white and red. 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.
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Boy 1 (DJ)
Went homeMale
Girl 2 Tye
Went homeFemale
Girl 1 Raylee
Went homeFemale
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Girl 3 (BeBe)
Went homeFemale
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Girl 4 (Peaches)
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Sideana
Sideana 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 non-refundable deposit and between $300 - $900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes the first two rounds of puppy vaccinations and deworming. Certificate of health guarantee at purchase. Includes registration with American Border Collie Association of America. This also includes puppy socialization as well. Secures the pup of your choice until he/she is ready to go home.”
Contract & health guarantee
Sideana 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 Sideana 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 Sideana 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 Sideana.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Altoona, AL
601 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Birmingham–Shuttlesworth Airport
640 miles away
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More about Sideana
Sideana has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Sideana was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Sideana is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Darby Border Collies of Alabama 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
Trooper, dad
Border Collie
About Trooper
Trooper is a male Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sideana decided to make him part of their program. Sideana 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.
Darby, mom
Border Collie
About Darby
Darby is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sideana decided to make her part of their program. Sideana 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Darby Border Collies of Alabama 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 , 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.
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.
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).
