Heronwood Border Collies
- Olney, IL ·
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Silks
2 months old · Female
Cedar
3 months old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Karen B., the breeder behind Heronwood Border Collies located in Olney, IL. Our goal is to ensure every dog from our program is set up to live a happy and healthy life and is prepared for its future role. Our dogs shine both in and out of the show ring. We are dedicated to improving our lines with each generation so that the breed will continue to thrive for a long time to come.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Firefly
Went homeFemale
Popsicle
Went homeMale
Flip-Flop
Went homeMale
Barefoot
Went homeMale
Bikini
Went homeFemale
Chief
Went homeMale
Bear
Went homeMale
Ash
Went homeMale
Laurel
Went homeFemale
Holly
Went homeFemale
Blinkers
Went homeMale
Stretch
Went homeMale
Julep
Went homeFemale
Furlong
Went homeFemale
Kentucky
Went homeMale
Paddock
Went homeMale
Lightning
Went homeMale
Cryptic
Went homeMale
Jumble
Went homeFemale
Labyrinth
Went homeMale
Jigsaw
Went homeFemale
Jumble
Went homeFemale
Maze
Went homeFemale
Treat
Went homeFemale
Scream
Went homeFemale
Goblin
Went homeFemale
Brew
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Karen
Karen has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Karen partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 8 weeks old.
“We work extensively with our buyers to determine their needs and expectations and then determine which puppy will be the best fit after structural evaluations and temperament testing is completed. ”
Price
Contract & health guarantee
Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen 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
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Karen.
Breeder's location
Meet in Olney, IL
572 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Evansville Airport
547 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Karen can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Karen
Karen has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Karen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Karen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Heronwood 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
Brie, mom
Border Collie
About Brie
Brie is energetic, but not crazy. Loves to play and go on walks, but will then settle down for a nap beside you. She is great with her babies and will play with them. She is a patient mom and very loving.
Milan, mom
Border Collie
About Milan
Milan is smart and sassy. She loves playing with her puppies. She talks back with a “woo woo” when she is excited. She is good with other dogs and all people.
Racy, mom
Border Collie
About Racy
Racy is the first smooth coated AKC champion in over 25 years. She loves to play but is very smart and easy to train. She stays right beside me on walks. She is not at all shy and loves everyone she meets. She plays with her puppies constantly. She is OFA hips GOOD and elbows NORMAL. She has been DNA tested and is clear on all 10 Border Collie inheritable disorders.
Riddle, dad
Border Collie
About Riddle
Riddle is a male Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Karen decided to make him part of their program. Karen 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.
Gale, mom
Border Collie
About Gale
Gale is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karen decided to make her part of their program. Karen 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.
Gale, mom
Border Collie
About Gale
Gale is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karen decided to make her part of their program. Karen 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.
Libby, mom
Border Collie
About Libby
Libby is a very quiet, sweet girl. She has been very gentle with her puppies. She has been shown lightly. She loves to swim.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Heronwood 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.
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.
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.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Karen to bring home their puppies.
- JK
Joseph K.
Verified owner · Apr. 2025
Karen was excellent throughout the entire adoption process. She went out of her way to update me on my puppy until I picked her up, and was always available for questions about the adoption process. Due to the excellent care she shows all her dogs, I am now the proud owner of a brilliant, energetic, lovable Heronwood Border Collie. I will communicate with Karen in the future regarding any adoption-related plans I have, and I have been recommending Heronwood Border Collies to all my friends in Colorado.
- SR
Scarlet R.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
I had a great experience with Karen. She was very responsive and communicated clearly. Absolutely in love with my new puppy. She is very smart and beautiful. Karen helped arrange transportation to have my puppy delivered via air.
