Himark Shelties

Judy G.

Breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs

  • Palm Harbor, FL
  • Responds within an hour

Meet the breeder

I'm Judy G., the breeder behind Himark Shelties located in Palm Harbor, FL. 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. We built our program with care and intention in every step. We are passionate about the health and wellbeing of this breed, and it is our goal to provide each dog that comes from our program with a solid foundation of good health, neurological development, and loving care.

Q. & A. with Judy

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I had some of the top obedience dogs in the country so people asked for puppies from them

  • What makes your program special?

    My puppies are raised in the house with love. they are well socialized.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Judy

Judy 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 $50 non-refundable deposit and $2,650 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes vet certificate, vaccines, worming, AKC registration . Price is for initial deposit. Once you pick your puppy full price is paid . If you decide not to take the puppy once chosen $500 is kept and rest of price refunded.”

Contract & health guarantee

Judy 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 Judy 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 Judy 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Judy.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Palm Harbor, FL

4814 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Tampa Airport

4811 miles away

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More about Judy

  • Club memberships

    Judy is a member of Upper Suncoast dog training club and Tampa Bay area Shetland Sheepdog club .

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Associate Dog Trainer, AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Judy has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

    Judy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Judy’s links

Judy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Himark Shelties 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Himark Shelties 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 Shetland Sheepdogs.

  • Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    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 (rDVM, not registered)

    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.

  • von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), 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).

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