I'm Gwen H., the breeder behind Howell’s Golden Collies located in Celina, OH. Thank you for visiting Howell’s Golden Collies. We are is a family hobby breeding program. We have enjoyed breeding for about 26 years. I’ve learned so much over the years. We are passionate about Collies and love being able to have them a part of our life. Life is simple better when shared with a Collie.
Q. & A. with Gwen
Why did you start breeding?
I just explained that before. It was a family project. I love seeing the excitement in the family’s eyes when they pick up their new puppy.
What makes your program special?
I breed for the health of the puppy. I have learned to watch for the genetic health in collies like CEA (their eyes). Our collies are well socialized with people. My grandkids now and other friends all visit to help get puppies used to people and children.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Gwen
Gwen 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 $300 refundable deposit and between $500 - $700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Gwen 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 Gwen 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 Gwen directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Gwen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Celina, OH
391 miles away
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More about Gwen
Gwen has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Gwen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Gwen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Howell’s Golden 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
Trace, dad
Collie
About Trace
Trace is a male Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Gwen decided to make him part of their program. Gwen 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.
Cindy, mom
Collie
About Cindy
Cindy is a female Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Gwen decided to make her part of their program. Gwen 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Howell’s Golden 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.
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
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).