DK'S Sassy River Shelties
Meet the breeder
I'm Destiny K., the breeder behind DK'S Sassy River Shelties located in Tellico Plains, TN. My puppies are bred to exceed the typical sheltie standard. I breed with a purpose to reduce the likelihood of nervousness in the breed. My puppies are raised in my home, and go through daily confidence building activities. They also get plenty of one on one time to have a sense of individualism.
Q. & A. with Destiny
Why did you start breeding?
I grew up in a showing/breeding home. I always helped my mom and grandma with their litters. I branched out to golden retrievers and produced many service and search and rescue dogs. I stopped breeding them because of the bad health. I decided to come back to shelties for the much better health and the amazing personality. I don't regret a single thing. They are the best dogs!What makes your program special?
I raise my puppies with the Empowered Breeder Method. I also do ENS/ESI with every litter, I do lick mats, shuffle mats, puzzles, brain games, one on ones with each puppy, and I always make sure to keep shots and prevention medications up to date on the litters. They leave microchipped and ready for their forever lives. I also offer a Puppy Kindergarten for the puppies that need to stay longer.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Destiny
Destiny 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,300 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price includes AKC registration application, AKC puppy pack, pedigree, shots starting at 6 weeks, microchip, fecal, exam, heartworm and flea prevention, go home bags, and 24/7 support for life. My deposit is to hold your puppy until go home date to ensure the puppy has secured it's forever home.”
Contract & health guarantee
Destiny 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 Destiny 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 Destiny 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Destiny.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Tellico Plains, TN
Other pick-up locations
Meet at McGhee Tyson Airport
Flexible meeting point
Destiny can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Destiny
Destiny has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Destiny was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Destiny’s links
Destiny is a trusted Good Dog breeder
DK'S Sassy River Shelties 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
Shinner, dad
Shetland Sheepdog
About Shinner
Shinner is a male Shetland Sheepdog. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Destiny decided to make him part of their program. Destiny 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.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel.Radar, dad
Shetland Sheepdog
About Radar
Radar is a male Shetland Sheepdog almost 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Destiny decided to make him part of their program. Destiny 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.
Good health testing
Animal Genetics Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +2 more.Tipsy, mom
Shetland Sheepdog
About Tipsy
Tipsy is a female Shetland Sheepdog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Destiny decided to make her part of their program. Destiny 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
Good level
DK'S Sassy River Shelties 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.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
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.
DNA Profile, DNA Disease Panel, 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).
