Lisa’s Lassies

Lisa H.

Breeder of Collies

  • Waterville, IA
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

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.

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.

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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
      • 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Toys
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Waterville, IA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Cedar Rapids airport

Flexible meeting point

Lisa can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Lisa

  • Club memberships

    Lisa is a member of Iowa pet breeders .

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Agility Trial Trainer, Associate Dog Trainer, AKC Breeder of Merit.

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

    Lisa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

Lisa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

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

Parent dogs

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.

  • Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Cyclic Neutropenia, Grey Collie Syndrome (CN), Dermatomyositis, PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 2 (rcd2), 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Lisa to bring home their puppies.

  • Mike and Ronda L.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2026

    I was very happy to work with Lisa from Lisa's Lassies to purchase my husband's dream puppy. I surprised him with the puppy for Christmas this year. We have had Shelties and outdoor collies in the past, but he wanted an indoor collie as a companion in our retirement years. Toffee (renamed Belle) is the perfect pup. She is everything my husband wanted in a collie! He had very certain characteristics that he was wanting in his collie. I knew exactly what he wanted but I was nervous to purchase one on my own without him knowing. Lisa made the process very easy. She answered all of my question - even some that were very interesting to ask! Lisa is kind, honest, and caring to her customers and her dogs. Our only concern was "why didn't someone else scoop her up before we did!" But I say it is a God thing! She was meant for us!! Ronda and Mike Landt MN

    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.

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    Ann B.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    Lisa is a lovely person, inside and out. She really cares about her puppies and the people you adopt them. When I first saw my puppy, I thought she was the most beautiful thing I'd ever seen. See is delightful. And the Hagens are a truly kind and wonderful family. God bless them and all of their collies!

    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.

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