Mockingbird Border Collies
- Shreveport, LA
Upcoming litters
Planned Border Collie litter
Due Jan. 2027
Meet the breeder
I'm Elizabeth I., the breeder behind Mockingbird Border Collies located in Shreveport, LA. We proudly produce conformation line Border Collies that can excel in several sports. Our goal is to combine looks with ability. Our Border Collies are bred for health and temperament, focusing on conformation. We strive to produce show quality dogs that can excel in a variety of sports and activities, as well as be great pets.
Q. & A. with Elizabeth
Why did you start breeding?
I've been in Border Collies for most of my life and purchased my first show line, Finch, in 2019. I never intended to show or breed, but after several years of conformation shows and an assortment of sport trials, it was clear that Finch was something special. My lovely mentor has spent the last few years guiding me and has now given me the opportunity to co-breed a litter with her.What makes your program special?
Mockingbird Border Collies strives to produce the ideal "all around" dog. I want the dogs I produced to excel in every sport venue, as well as being excellent companions. I also want to preserve the innate herding instinct that sets the breed apart from others. Finn and I are currently working towards the coveted Versatility award granted by the Border Collie Society of America.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Elizabeth
Elizabeth 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.
Elizabeth partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.
“Puppies are matched based on structure, temperament, and overall what I believe is the ideal home for them. Show and sport prospects are given priority.”
Price
“This price includes AKC registration, vaccinations up to 10 weeks of age, deworming up to 12 weeks of age, some genetic testing, and a puppy take-home kit. ”
Contract & health guarantee
Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth 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
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Elizabeth.
Breeder's location
Meet in Shreveport, LA
1018 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Shreveport Airport
1022 miles away
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Meet in Dallas, TX
1162 miles away
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More about Elizabeth
Club memberships
Elizabeth is a member of Purina Pro Club, PawPrints Agility Club of Shreveport, North Louisiana Herding Association, and Red River Obedience Training Club.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Canine Ambassador, Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing, AKC Confident Puppy Breeder, American Kennel Club Canine College, AKC ABCs of Dog Breeding: Canine Anatomy Certified, AKC ATT Judge, AKC FDC Judge, Associate Dog Trainer, CHIC Certified, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator.
Elizabeth has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Elizabeth was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Elizabeth is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mockingbird Border 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
Skye, mom
Border Collie
About Skye
Skye is a female Border Collie almost 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Elizabeth decided to make her part of their program. Elizabeth 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.
Lucie, mom
Border Collie
About Lucie
Lucie is a female Border Collie over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Elizabeth decided to make her part of their program. Elizabeth 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.
Uploaded health tests
Patellar Luxation, DNA Disease Panel, +7 more.Finch, dad
Border Collie
About Finch
Affectionally called "Super man" and "Wonder Dog" by his admirers, Finn is a high drive dog with a great off switch, and is incredibly biddable and trainable. He is currently trialing in rally, obedience, conformation, herding, scentwork, and dock diving. I have yet to find a sport that he doesn't love! We are working towards obtaining is Versatility award from the BCSA this year. At home, he is happy to go for a long hike or relax on the couch. He's my constant shadow, and is always within an arm's reach. He adores my extended family and their children, and plays well with them. He gets along well with other dogs and cats, and has never met a stranger. He is a once in a lifetime dog for me, and I couldn't imagine any other dog to be my foundation sire.
Excellent health testing
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +5 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Mockingbird Border 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 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.
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.
Gonioscopy, 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.
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Sensory Neuropathy, Border Collie Type (SN), Dental Hypomineralization (DH), Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS CUBN Exon 53), Border Collie Type, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Early Adult Onset Deafness (EAOD), Trapped Neutrophil Syndrome, Cohen Syndrome (TNS), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Glaucoma (BCG), Border Collie Type, 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).
