Nightstar Collies
Meet the breeder
I'm Michelle M., the breeder behind Nightstar Collies located in West Salem, OH. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and conformation. We strive to produce beautiful and versatile beloved companions.
Q. & A. with Michelle
Why did you start breeding?
We have enjoyed showing our collies and are looking forward to getting back into it. We had taken a break the last few years do to family obligations.What makes your program special?
We are dedicated to always providing you with a positive experience, which includes remaining committed to responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming our puppies. Our dogs are affectionate, intelligent, and cute as can be!What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have smooth 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.
Payton
Went homeMale
Parker
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Michelle
Michelle 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
“pet puppy price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michelle 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 Michelle 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 Michelle directly.
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
- 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
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michelle.
Breeder’s location
Meet in West Salem, OH
279 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Michelle can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Michelle
Club memberships
Michelle is a member of Richland County Kennel Club, Cleveland Collie Club, and Columbus Collie Club.
Michelle has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Michelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Michelle’s links
Michelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Nightstar 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 health testing
Excellent level
Nightstar 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.
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.
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.
Cyclic Neutropenia, Grey Collie Syndrome (CN), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Animal Genetics Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 2 (rcd2), Dermatomyositis, 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).
