North Bay Shetland Sheepdogs
Meet the breeder
I'm Barbara S., the breeder behind North Bay Shetland Sheepdogs located in Rockcreek, OH. We are a small hobby kennel dedicated to the standard. We only breed one litter every year or two, and we breed for health, temperament, conformation, and intelligence. Our priority is quality over quantity, and our puppies are placed in loving homes that we have reviewed carefully.
Q. & A. with Barbara
Why did you start breeding?
I was raised on a sheep farm, where I learned professional herding at 8 years old. We had working Collies and Shelties. I learned breeding, training, and grooming, and I whelped my first litter at 9 years old. My parents occasionally showed their dogs as well. Canine companions have always been a way of life for me.What makes your program special?
We only breed our dogs to Champions or Grand Champions. To ensure our puppies' well-being, no pups leave before 10 weeks of age. If older, they are trained as is appropriate for their age (ie, collar, leash, house trained, etc.) so each pup's transition is successful and convenient for their new family. Our dogs are completely groomed and have all DNA testing done. We take great pride in offering the best Shelties possible. We are dedicated to the health of our dogs, and we are available for our puppy families at all times.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Barbara
Barbara 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 between $1,400 - $1,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes a health guarantee with copies of all DNA tests, AKC registration, first and second vaccinations, and all other health info, dependant on the age of the pup. Puppies are dewormed, microchipped, socialized, leash trained, table trained, and house trained, to the level appropriate for the age of the puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Barbara 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 Barbara 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 Barbara 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 Barbara.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Rockcreek, OH
254 miles away
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More about Barbara
Barbara has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Barbara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Barbara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
North Bay Shetland Sheepdogs 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
North Bay Shetland Sheepdogs 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 Shetland Sheepdogs.
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.
von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), 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).
