Dreamdale Companions
- Seattle, WA
Meet the breeder
I'm Valentine (He/Him), the breeder behind Dreamdale Companions located in Seattle, WA. Dreamdale Companions are beautiful and joyful! They are well-socialized, ensuring they are well equipped to accompany their owners in life's adventures. They are healthy and genetically diverse, and we take all precautions we can to help ensure a long lifetime of being your best friend.
Q. & A. with Valentine (He/Him)
Why did you start breeding?
I have always been interested in breeding, but my passion really took off when Darry sired his first litter in 2021. Years of studying Collie history and health led me to what I feel is my calling: ensuring the future of this incredible breed through outcrossing in order to introduce significantly more genetic diversity than average in my own line of Collies.What makes your program special?
Our breeding dogs are beloved companions that have been carefully selected to be as healthy, friendly, and close to classic Collies as possible! We acquire CHIC recommended health tests for their breed(s) and follow Avidog’s comprehensive programs, ensuring the highest standard of care. Collies are in desperate need of increased genetic diversity and our program meets this need.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Companion Cross puppies include medium and large sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our Companion Cross puppies have long coats. Collie puppies have rough coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Getting a puppy from Valentine (He/Him)
Valentine (He/Him) 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 $1,500 - $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price varies for each litter. Includes vaccinations, first vet visit, registered microchip and Welcome Home bag. A $250 reservation fee is required to join our waitlist. Those on our waitlist have first priority placement for one puppy from the next two available litters.”
Contract & health guarantee
Valentine (He/Him) 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 Valentine (He/Him) 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 Valentine (He/Him) 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Valentine (He/Him).
Breeder’s location
Meet in Seattle, WA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Airport
Meet in Portland, OR
More about Valentine (He/Him)
Valentine (He/Him) has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Valentine (He/Him) was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Valentine (He/Him) is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dreamdale Companions 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
Valentine (He/Him)
Program update on 25 Mar. •We’re enjoying a visit from sweet and lovely Poppet! (Ring Pop, Lisa’s Litter 🩵)
Valentine (He/Him)
Program update on 13 Nov. 2024 •…SQL, our keeper from our recent outcross litter, has been doing great in his weekly outings and puppy classes. He’s learned a lot the past few weeks and is blossoming into a social, confident puppy who loves playing with friends in class and enjoys meeting new people. He loves to learn and his enthusiasm makes training fun for us, too!
Parent dogs
Darry, dad
Collie
About Darry
Darry is our loyal and devoted companion. His self-appointed job is making sure everyone feels the love! His favorite activity is cuddling between his people, and he also enjoys a gentle game of tug-of-war fetch. He has been lovely to every person, child, and animal he’s ever met (except for squirrels). Darry is highly intelligent and obedient, and loves to learn new things. Darry has sired two beautiful litters for Romany Collies who are also dearly beloved companions, and one of his daughters is a successful working Service Dog. We’re excitedly planning his next litter and hoping to keep a son or daughter from him to carry on his wonderful temperament.
Excellent health testing
Dermatomyositis, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +10 more.
Parent health testing
Collie
Companion Cross
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Dreamdale Companions 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.
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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Cyclic Neutropenia, Grey Collie Syndrome (CN), DNA Disease Panel, Dermatomyositis, PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 2 (rcd2), 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Valentine (He/Him) to bring home their puppies.
Fabricia O.
Verified owner · Dec. 2024
+5Wonderful from start to finish. Very honest and responsible breeders. Answered all my questions and concerns, and stayed on the phone with me until they were sure Lilah came home safe and was doing well. I am very happy with my experience with Valentine. I do recommend. Lilah came beautifully well cared. Today she is 7 months old, and she is sweet, really smart and funny. I love her so so much. Thank you!
Ree/Amanda K.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
+8We couldn't be happier that we grabbed our pair, Tehani and Kaimana, through Valentine's breeding program! They are both such little lights and are funny, smart, loving and some of the best pups we've ever owned. This is Amanda's first time in picking her own dogs in her adult life and keeping the spirit of her mom alive, she wanted to go for a sibling pair, just like her parents had growing up. We were also looking to add to our pack after recently losing some heart dogs, too 🩷 We really resonated with Valentine's vision and mission for their breeding program-- so we chanced an application in for one (Hani) and walked away last minute too, with two (Kai)! They were already pretty socialized (the program this breeder does is fantastic at exposing their puppies to various instances of noise, objects, scents, etc) and picking them up was easy (we GREATLY appreciated the puppy baskets, the brushes and everything we use weekly). Overall, I couldn't recommend them enough-- quality dogs, healthy and beautiful, a great environment they were raised in with love and beautiful parents. Everything just aligned perfectly, thank you again Valentine-- we can't wait to raise them up more and enjoy their lives to the fullest!
