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Heritage Valley Collies
- Durango, IA
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Nicole S., the breeder behind Heritage Valley Collies located in Durango, IA. We breed genetically tested AKC Collies with a focus on temperament and improving the breed. We take extensive steps to make sure parents and puppies are healthy, and we socialize our puppies so they will have good transitions to their forever homes. We love our dogs and love seeing them thrive.
Q. & A. with Nicole
Why did you start breeding?
I've wanted to breed dogs since I was a kid. When it was time to make my dream come true, I wanted to make sure I wasn't just breeding for coat colors, but also temperament and genetic testing. That's a goal that has been a focus throughout this journey so that I can feel confident that I am producing puppies that can live healthy, happy lives.What makes your program special?
Our Collies are genetically tested for CEA, PRA, DM, and MDR1. Our puppies are raised in our home as part of our family before they join your family. We work hard to match each puppy to the best family fit. Each pup is cherished from the moment of birth and given the best start we can possibly provide.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 include sable and white, sable merle, black white and tan, and blue merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Nicole
Nicole 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 $700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All our limited AKC puppies are the same price of $1,200, regardless of gender, color, or parents. To acquire full AKC registration is $3,500. The $500 holding fee (non-refundable) will reserve your choice of puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Nicole 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 Nicole 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 Nicole 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 Nicole.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Durango, IA
736 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Dubuque Airport
729 miles away
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More about Nicole
Nicole has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Nicole was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Nicole is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Heritage Valley 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
Rykker, dad
Collie
About Rykker
Rykker is a male Collie about 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Nicole decided to make him part of their program. Nicole 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.
Great health testing
Dermatomyositis, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), +3 more.
Joy, mom
Collie
About Joy
Joy is a female Collie over 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nicole decided to make her part of their program. Nicole 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.
Excellent health testing
Dermatomyositis, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), +3 more.
Zoey, mom
Collie
About Zoey
Zoey is a female Collie over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nicole decided to make her part of their program. Nicole 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.
Excellent health testing
Dermatomyositis, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), +4 more.
Cocoa, mom
Collie
About Cocoa
Cocoa is a female Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nicole decided to make her part of their program. Nicole 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.
Great health testing
Dermatomyositis, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), +3 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Heritage Valley 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 Collies.
Cyclic Neutropenia, Grey Collie Syndrome (CN), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), 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).
