I'm Kristen B., the breeder behind Hillside Farm located in Buna, TX. Bordoodles & Bernedoodles are an incredible breed. They are SUPER dogs, this cross really compliments both breeds. I feel so lucky to spend my days surrounded by these wonderful dogs who are my family and being able to share them with others. All of our dogs are raised for health & temperament.
Q. & A. with Kristen
Why did you start breeding?
I have worked in many AKC/UKC kennels and have always enjoyed being around the breeders and helping raise the puppies. I decided to breed whenever I owned a Border Collie and loved the traits that both Border Collie and Poodle carried.
What makes your program special?
My dogs being family raised, we spend quality time with them, we feel like we can pair the dogs to create a wonderful line of the breed with excellent temperaments and a level amount of energy to provide wonderful life long companions & family pets.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Bordoodle puppies include mini and standard sizes. Poodle puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Kristen
Kristen 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,100 - $3,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price will depend on color & generation (coat types). Deposit is NON refundable unless the puppy becomes ILL, Deceased or deemed unhealthy by a licensed veterinarian.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristen 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 Kristen 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 Kristen directly.
Hillside Farm 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
Poodle
Australian Shepherd
Bordoodle
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bernedoodle
Border Collie
Kora, mom
Poodle
About Kora
Kora is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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.
Finch, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Finch
Finch is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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.
Journey, mom
Bordoodle
About Journey
Journey is a female Bordoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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.
Pretzel, dad
Poodle
About Pretzel
Pretzel is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kristen decided to make him part of their program. Kristen 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.
Aspen, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Aspen
Aspen is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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.
Major, dad
Bernedoodle
About Major
Major is a male Bernedoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kristen decided to make him part of their program. Kristen 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.
Willow, mom
Border Collie
About Willow
Willow is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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.
Jolene, mom
Bordoodle
About Jolene
Jolene is a female Bordoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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.
Dallas, dad
Poodle
About Dallas
Dallas is a male Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kristen decided to make him part of their program. Kristen 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.
Delta, mom
Bernese Mountain Dog
About Delta
Delta is a female Bernese Mountain Dog. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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.
Cricket, mom
Border Collie
About Cricket
Cricket is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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
Bordoodle
Miniature Poodle
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Hillside Farm 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 Bordoodles.
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.
Full Embark 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).