Jesstar Shetland Sheepdogs

Jessica R.

Breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs

  • North Weeki Wachee, FL
  • Responds within a few days

Available puppies

Boy 1

Ready Dec. 13

6 weeks old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Jessica R., the breeder behind Jesstar Shetland Sheepdogs located in North Weeki Wachee, FL. We breed several well thought out litters per year. Champion sires and dams that are fully health tested with wonderful temperaments. We occasionally have companion/performance puppies available to approved homes.

Q. & A. with Jessica

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Started as a junior handler and eventually mentored under some of the breeds best

  • What makes your program special?

    We breed too winning shelties around the world to include All breed Best In Show winners, National Specialty winners and Westminster Kennel Club winners to name a few.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black and white, sable merle and white, blue merle white and tan, sable and white, blue merle and white, and black white and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Jessica

Jessica 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 $2,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Puppies are sold with Florida State Health Certificate, first shots and wormings, are microchipped, includes prepaid AKC limited registration and complete care package.”

Contract & health guarantee

Jessica 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 Jessica 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 Jessica 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
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Food & treats
      • AKC registration
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in North Weeki Wachee, FL

780 miles away

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More about Jessica

  • Club memberships

    Jessica is a member of American Shetland Sheepdog Association, Shetland Sheepdog Club of Southeast Florida, and Mid Florida Shetland sheepdog club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Professional Handler, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Jessica has been a member of Good Dog for less than a month

    Jessica was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • Jessica’s links

Jessica is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Jesstar Shetland Sheepdogs 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

Excellent level

Jesstar Shetland Sheepdogs 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

    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.

  • 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.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Vet Wellness Exam

    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, von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Dermatomyositis, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), 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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