I'm the breeder behind Firefly Farms located in Cameron, NC. Established in 1997 Firefly Farms is a working permaculture farm that uses our dogs for farm chores. Health testing, ENS puppy raising, structure/temperament and working evaluations help our dogs stay at the top of their game. Preference is given to active families and trainers in dog sports.
Q. & A. with Christina
Why did you start breeding?
Christi is a second generation dog trainer and handler and is assisted by 3 junior handler daughters.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Luigi
Went home
Male
Mario
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Christina
Christina 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 between $1,800 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
“AKC registration, microchipped, 1st vaccinations and Veterinarian check-up.
Priority given to families who will train and do activities, sports, shows, trials etc...
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Contract & health guarantee
Christina 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 Christina 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 Christina directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Microchip
Extras
Initial potty training
Puppy starter kit
Toys
Food & treats
Basic obedience & manners
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Christina.
Puppy pick-up locations
Christina will coordinate all the details with you.
Meet in Cameron, NC
4314 miles away · Christina's location
Flexible meeting point
Christina can meet at a location that works for both of you
Meet in Virginia Beach, VA
4108 miles away · Free
Meet in Richmond, VA
4136 miles away · Free
Meet at RDU airport
4269 miles away near Raleigh, NC
Meet in Huntington, WV
4294 miles away · Free
Meet in Cincinnati, OH
4342 miles away · Free
Meet in Indianapolis, IN
4373 miles away · Free
Meet in Myrtle Beach, SC
4378 miles away · Free
Meet in Charlotte, NC
4383 miles away · Free
Meet at CLT airport
4388 miles away near Charlotte, NC
More about Christina
Christina has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Christina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Christina is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Firefly Farms 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
All breeds
Swedish Vallhund
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Sylvie, mom
Swedish Vallhund
About Sylvie
Sylvie is an amazing Vallhund. She’s intuitive, smart, problem solving and empathetic. She works daily on our farm, herding sheep, goats and geese. She’s also my medical alert dog for migraines, and she’s a working therapy dog.
She’s working towards more Rally/Obedience titles, Herding, and FastCat titles. She placed 5 most versatile Vallhund at the 2024 National Specialty.
Most importantly she’s a total sweetheart and my best friend. This will likely be her only litter as she’s too important to me as a working dog to take off time for maternity.
OFA Excellent
CAER eye exam normal
AKC major pointed
Bellbottom, mom
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
About Bellbottom
Bellbottom is a female Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Christina decided to make her part of their program. Christina 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.
Odie, dad
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
About Odie
Odie is a male Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Christina decided to make him part of their program. Christina 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.
Eevee, mom
Swedish Vallhund
About Eevee
Eevee is a female Swedish Vallhund. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Christina decided to make her part of their program. Christina 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
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Swedish Vallhund
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Firefly Farms 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers.
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 (Preliminary)
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.
DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)
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).