Mulligan Farm Border Collies
- Hopkinton, MA
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Expected Border Collie litter
Due Aug. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Ryan C., the breeder behind Mulligan Farm Border Collies located in Hopkinton, MA. We breed high-quality puppies. We love what we do and are committed to producing well-bred, healthy puppies for loving homes. We find so much joy in watching our puppies grow and develop their own unique personalities. We can’t wait for you to meet your next loving and loyal companion!
Q. & A. with Ryan
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have smooth coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle and sable. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Ryan
Ryan 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Ryan partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“Please use our application on our website. You will be interviewed on a first come first serve basis. ”
Price
“Price Includes: - Deworming - First Round of Vaccinations - Certification of Health from Vet. Deposit is for spot in a litter. It will be deducted from total once puppy is selected.”
Contract & health guarantee
Ryan 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 Ryan 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 Ryan 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
- 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
Extras
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ryan.
Breeder's location
Meet in Hopkinton, MA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Gen. Edward Lawrence Logan Airport
More about Ryan
Ryan has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 months
Ryan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Ryan’s links
Ryan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mulligan Farm 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
Missy, mom
Border Collie
About Missy
Missy is a work hard play hard dog. She enjoys any job you give her and takes pride in learning new tricks and catching her frisbee. She confidently herds our chickens and looks after them as if they are her own. Once she is tuckered out after a long day she can be found snuggling up to family.
Gringo, dad
Border Collie
About Gringo
Gringo is a gentleman, always asking nicely to play or to be pet. He loves to run around and can often be found playing with the neighborhood kids. He's gentle and has a very family friendly demeanor. He's is calm and sweet, but also not afraid to let you know if you forgot to leave him room on the couch.
Parent health testing
Good level
Mulligan Farm 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 (rDVM, not registered)
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 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 (rDVM, not 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
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.
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).
