I'm Lisa H., the breeder behind Lisa’s Lassies located in Waterville, IA. We raise and breed AKC registered rough collies in 4 different colors: sable Merle, blue Merle, white, and tricolor. Our dogs are healthy, have quality confirmation, and have great temperaments. Our AKC puppies and dogs are genetic tested and ophthalmologist tested- normal. The full litters on our pups are ophthalmologist tested- normal eyed. Our puppies go home potty trained and started on puppy culture training and crate training.
Q. & A. with Lisa
Why did you start breeding?
In 2018-2019 I lost my parents that were lovers of the breed. Lisa’s Lassies was started as a tribute to them in 2020.
What makes your program special?
We take great pride in our breeding program and selection. We breed for quality, temperament, and betterment of the collie breed. All of our sires and dams are ophthalmologist tested normal eyed. Pups are potty trained and started on puppy culture training and crate training.
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 merle, sable, blue merle white and tan, blue merle and white, black white and tan, blue merle, and white. 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.
Luna
Went home
Female
Tolly
Went home
Female
River
Went home
Male
Pepper
Went home
Female
Daisy
Went home
Female
Little Man
Went home
Male
Comet
Went home
Male
Holly
Went home
Female
Angel
Went home
Female
Charlie
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Jack
Went home
Male
Duke
Went home
Male
Keira
Went home
Female
Sadie
Went home
Female
Meadow
Went home
Female
Splash
Went home
Female
Penny
Went home
Female
Teddy Bear
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Lisa
Lisa 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 $850 non-refundable deposit and between $1,150 - $1,650 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the 2 year health guarantee, AKC registrable papers (limited registration), collar, up to date vaccinations, up to date dewormings, collar, started on crate training, potty trained, flea/tick prevention (Nexgard), microchip, vet checked by licensed veterinarian, and puppy socialization. A non-refundable deposit of $850 is required to reserve a puppy. If the puppy does not meet your criteria in the current litter then deposit can be transferred to a puppy in an upcoming litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lisa 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 Lisa 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 Lisa directly.
Lisa’s Lassies 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
Litter and program updates
Lisa H.
Program update on 21 Nov. •
Cinnamon (Faith), Rusty ( Watson), and pumpkin ( Sunny) all went home with their families this week (: Chai ( Mable Renee) went home with her owner last week! ❤️❤️
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Lisa H.
Program update on 07 Nov. •
8 week old pups are getting ready to go to their new homes with baths and vet check up. The first one to meet their new family and go home is Sweet Chai! ❤️
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Parent dogs
Angel, mom
Collie
About Angel
Angel is a female Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lisa decided to make her part of their program. Lisa 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.
Maple, mom
Collie
About Maple
Maple is a sweetheart, friendly and loves people. Maple is a sable rough collie and is AKC registered.
Little Man, dad
Collie
About Little Man
Little Man is gentle- natured and loves people and loves giving dog kisses. He has a calm, patient demeanor that makes him wonderful around kids. He is AKC registered.
Mystic, dad
Collie
About Mystic
Mystic is gentle-natured and loves morning and evening walks and loves belly rubs. His calm, patient demeanor makes him wonderful around the kids. He is AKC registered with all recommended health clearances.
Bonnie, mom
Collie
About Bonnie
Bonnie is the dam of CC and has a sweet personality .
Belle, mom
Collie
About Belle
Blue merle female with white factor
Missy, mom
Collie
About Missy
Beautiful sable Merle AKC registered and genetic tested.
CC, dad
Collie
About CC
AKC registered Tricolor -white factored
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Lisa’s Lassies 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.
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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Lisa to bring home their puppies.
Theo W.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
I would give her a five star rating. My pup arrived in great health and with all her paperwork. She was also immaculate and had already learned some basic commands. This is my 3rd collie and I love the breed. If you can get a puppy from Lisa you will not be sorry.
Karrie B.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
Lisa was responsive in getting back to you and answering questions about her collie pups and truly cares about them going to a good home. I have Pepper she was born March 7 2022, I could not Imange life with out Pepper.
Jeffrey S.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
+4
Lisa was very responsive and quick to answer any questions we had about the process or about our puppy. You can see she really cares about her dogs and puppies. And our puppy is GREAT! His temperament is everything we were hoping for. He is just a fluff of snuggles and playful fun.