Green River Ranch Border Collies
Meet the breeder
I'm Samantha M., the breeder behind Green River Ranch Border Collies located in Helena, MT. We raise working and sports line ABCA Border Collies. Our dogs are excellent working dogs, and we are proud to continue their line. We breed both to provide families with loving and capable companions and to improve upon our dogs' fantastic traits with each generation.
Q. & A. with Samantha
Why did you start breeding?
My best friend gifted me with GW Kimber upon graduating Army Basic Combat Training. We started working together and I fell in love with their versatility, and livestock trialing, plus the added benefit of being able to easily work my own stock.What makes your program special?
These dogs are spoiled! Just like our stock, they work hard and provide for us and ease our work load so they are treated like family, they are loved and spoiled. We feel that, that kind of care adds to their amazing drive to do what they are bred for.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Samantha
Samantha 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 $500 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Our prices are firm, we do not breed or sell for color, every dog is placed based off of drive so color is the very last thing we look at. $1000 Regardless of sex or color. To protect people who know they want a puppy from a particular breeding, or any breeding and just want to secure a puppy, I am accepting $500 non-refundable deposits on my puppies. When I say non-refundable, if a person has me hold a slot for them and then change their mind, I will not refund their deposit. Backing out at that point leaves me with the task of finding a perfect home for a puppy in a short period of time. The deposit is an insurance policy for getting a puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Samantha 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 Samantha 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 Samantha 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 Samantha.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Helena, MT
1811 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Helena Airport
1809 miles away
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More about Samantha
Club memberships
Samantha is a member of Border Collie Society of America.
Samantha has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Samantha was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Samantha is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Green River Ranch Border Collies 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
Opal, mom
Border Collie
About Opal
This young lady is our first breeding. She has a mountain of talent, natural style, and a I don't want to stop drive. She is reading and rating her stock amazingly. She has always been a more independent personality, not much of a chewer as a puppy unless it was my military clothing, left to close to her kennel. She has been quick to catch on, but she tests those limits. She for sure is a dog that will be bomb proof once she is a finished dog, I am excited for both our continued competition's in the trial ring, and our first planned litter.
Great health testing
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +5 more.
Kimber, mom
Border Collie
About Kimber
GW Kimber was bred by Go West Border Collies in Helena, MT. Her parents work cattle, sheep, goats, ducks, and even rabbits. She showed interest as a young dog but then got put in a situation that broke her confidence and she really doesn't want to work. It's still there but she doesn't trust people enough to want to do it. Kimber is a medium coat and will only genetically produce medium coats. Kimber is an emotional support dog, has high energy (as is to be expected from a Border Collie), high toy drive, and an amazing off switch. She loves her kids and will do anything for them.
Great health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Green River Ranch Border Collies 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.
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).
