Epic Borders
- Bloomingdale, NJ
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Expected Border Collie litter
Due Nov. 2025
Ready Dec. 29
Planned Border Collie litter
Due Nov. 2025
Ready Jan. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Cheryl M., the breeder behind Epic Borders located in Bloomingdale, NJ. Our litters are from health tested parents. Puppies are raised in our home following Puppy Culture, including ENS (Early Neurological Stimulation) and ESI (Early Scent Introduction). Pups are introduced to various environments, social situations, sensory inputs and interactive toys and puzzles.
Q. & A. with Cheryl
Why did you start breeding?
Over time, I branched out beyond retrievers to toy dogs, and now, Border Collies. Along the way I have remained a student of canine structure, health and genetics, always striving to improve my knowledge. When the paths of a great breed mentor, a great foundation dog, and my ability to give it 110% crossed, that is when I was all in, proceeding on this path.What makes your program special?
The goal of my program is healthy, temperamentally, environmentally and physically sound partners for performance / working, sports and companionship.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 are black and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Cheryl
Cheryl 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 $600 non-refundable deposit and $1,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Puppy price includes contract / health warranty, microchip, initial core vaccinations, initial deworming, foundational potty, licker and manners training, early socialization and enrichment activities, implementation of Puppy Culture / ENS /ESI protocols. Request for deposit is sent with Puppy Agreement. Upon whelping, depositors receive access to Epic's social media group and our puppy cam. Puppy price does not differ based on color, sex or size.”
Contract & health guarantee
Cheryl 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 Cheryl 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 Cheryl 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 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Cheryl.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Bloomingdale, NJ
3853 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Newark Liberty Airport
3861 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Cheryl can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Cheryl
Cheryl has been a member of Good Dog for 5 months
Cheryl was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Cheryl is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Epic Borders 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
Cheryl M.
Litter update on 27 Sept. •Ultra-girly showing off her room and her belly (shaved for ultrasound Monday night). Does this make me look pregnant? ☺️
Moss and Ultra's litter
Cheryl M.
Litter update on 15 Sept. •…Parents Ultra and Moss are expecting with due date of 11/3. Trying to decide if litter theme should follow their sports background or holidays (a little cliche but always cute too).
Moss and Ultra's litter
Cheryl M.
Litter update on 05 Sept. •Moss (left) and Ultra (right) have been bred! Litter due date 11/3/25 with go home date around 1/1/26.
Moss and Ultra's litter
Cheryl M.
Program update on 04 Sept. •…A great infographic on BCs. Ultra has been bred and her due date is November 4, 2025! Taking applications now — seeking dog sport enthusiasts especially.
Cheryl M.
Litter update on 28 Aug. •Progesterone testing now. Anticipate Ultra X Moss breeding soon!
Moss and Ultra's litter
Cheryl M.
Litter update on 19 Aug. •…On 8/18, Moss passed his CAER Eye Exam — both eyes Normal / Clear. Here he is last weekend taking a break between performances at the Maine Highland Games.
Moss and Ultra's litter
Cheryl M.
Litter update on 12 Aug. •…Ultra finished her AKC Masters Jumpers with Weaves title this past weekend and also the first double qualifier toward her Agility Championship title with placements!!
Moss and Ultra's litter
Cheryl M.
Program update on 12 Aug. •Ultra’s OFA CHIC number arrived
Cheryl M.
Program update on 28 July •Happy Monday from Ultra! She had a great time running agility on Saturday, earning her first AKC Masters Standard qualifier with a 4th place!
Cheryl M.
Litter update on 24 July •…Epic Borders is excited to announce a planned sport litter! Ultra has a date with her boyfriend Moss for mid-Sept to Oct 2025. Puppies will go home early 2026. Puppies will be AKC registered (or CBCA if going to Canada). Both Ultra and Moss are accomplished in sports and just lovely to live with.
Moss and Ultra's litter
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Epic Borders 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 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 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Brucellosis, Shoulder Osteochondrosis
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).
