Meissa Collies
Meet the breeder
I'm Katie I., the breeder behind Meissa Collies located in Silverton, OR. We’re so excited to be able to help families experience the longtime loyalty of welcoming a new puppy into their lives! We are a small, in-home breeding program where we prioritize giving each dog and puppy the best care that we can. We cherish all of our animals and enjoy sharing the love of this breed with other individuals and families!
Q. & A. with Katie
Why did you start breeding?
Dog shows have held a special fascination for me for many years. After I got my first Collie in 2016, I decided I wanted to be involved in the continued excellence of the breed. I got my first show Collie in 2020.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have rough coats. Coat types may 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.
Perseus
Went homeMale
Draco
Went homeMale
Leo
Went homeMale
Orion
Went homeMale
Auriga
Went homeFemale
Aquila
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Katie
Katie 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 $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The non-refundable deposit goes towards the full price of the puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Katie 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 Katie 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 Katie 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
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Katie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Silverton, OR
2331 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Airport
2318 miles away
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More about Katie
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder.
Katie has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Katie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Katie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Meissa 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
Scarlett, mom
Collie
About Scarlett
Scarlett is a very special girl and is up for anything. That could be cuddling on the couch, helping catch escaping goats, meeting 45 preschoolers for a field trip, or participating in barn hunt. She is also a show dog and participates in conformation competitions during the winter months.
Uploaded health tests
Dermatomyositis, PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 2 (PRA-crd2), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Meissa 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.
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 Examination (rDVM, not 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
