Looking Glass Kennel
Meet the breeder
I'm Elissa C., the breeder behind Looking Glass Kennel located in Carver, MA. Our goal is to carefully select and breed dogs based on health, temperament, structure, and pedigree. We have been involved with Border Collies since 2001, and have not only enjoyed training and breeding but showing as well! We believe that a well rounded Border Collie is an exceptional family pet.
Q. & A. with Elissa
Why did you start breeding?
I have admittedly never bred my own litter, but I am a whelp helper to my family. Whenever they had a litter, I was there to help and intervene if needed.What makes your program special?
Breeding isn’t for the purpose of bringing adorable fluffy pups into the world, breeding is done for the purpose to improve or add to what is there foundation wise.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Elissa
Elissa has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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
Contract & health guarantee
Elissa 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 Elissa 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 Elissa 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Elissa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Carver, MA
404 miles away
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More about Elissa
Elissa has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Elissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Elissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Looking Glass Kennel 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
Alice, mom
Border Collie
About Alice
Alice is a female Border Collie over 11 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Elissa decided to make her part of their program. Elissa 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
Great level
Looking Glass Kennel 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 Border Collies.
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.
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.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
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.
Trapped Neutrophil Syndrome, Cohen Syndrome (TNS), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Border Collie Type
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).
