I'm Diedra R., the breeder behind Kindred Spirit Collies located in Callahan, FL. At Kindred Spirit Collie's we follow a socialization plan to ensure each puppy reaches developmentally appropriate milestones. This involves positive reinforcement and exposure to differing stimuli and environments. Our socialization plan includes daily human handling, intro to potty training, car rides, farm animals, cats, other dogs, kennel/crate, and noise exposure. Each puppy is carefully observed to determine whether their individual temperament and personality fits with their potential family. Puppies are vaccinated, de-wormed, and health tested by our veterinarian before leaving for their homes. Dam and Sire have excellent temperaments and are socialized to other dogs, children, cats, farm animals, and various environments.
Q. & A. with Diedra
Why did you start breeding?
Breeding has been my passion for over 15 years. After taking a break to pursue my career in nursing and purchase my own farm I am filled with joy that I am able to welcome new four-legged lives into the world once again!
What makes your program special?
At Kindred Spirit Collies, our goal is to raise healthy well-rounded puppies who are surrounded by love from the moment they are born. With backgrounds in the medical and mental health fields, my spouse and I take a unique approach. By applying what we know about positive reinforcement, trust building, and relationships we set our puppies up for a lifetime of connection with their families!
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have rough coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable and white and sable. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Lily
Went home
Female
Zinnia
Went home
Female
Oakley
Went home
Male
Daisy
Went home
Female
Saffron
Went home
Male
Clover
Went home
Male
Holly
Went home
Female
Jasmine
Went home
Female
Fern
Went home
Female
Poppy
Went home
Female
Maple
Went home
Female
Basil
Went home
Male
Forest
Went home
Male
Blossom
Went home
Female
Cedar
Went home
Male
Ivy
Went home
Female
Pebbles
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Diedra
Diedra 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 $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“$200 non-refundable deposit is required to guarantee your puppy will remain unsold until date of pick up.”
Contract & health guarantee
Diedra 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 Diedra 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 Diedra directly.
Kindred Spirit 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
Willow, mom
Collie
About Willow
Willow is a female Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Diedra decided to make her part of their program. Diedra 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
Kindred Spirit 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.
Temperament Test
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.
Animal Genetics Panel, 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).