Real dogs that do real work!
Meet the breeder
I'm Krystal H., the breeder behind Real dogs that do real work! located in De Soto, WI. Matching each family with the right puppy is the key to our success and yours. We are honored to bring another member of the family into your life! Our dogs are part of our family and our Ranch without them we would not be able to move Cattle so smoothly.
Q. & A. with Krystal
Why did you start breeding?
When I was a young girl my family got our first bordercollie he changed my life. He made moving Cattle better he was like another person but with four legs that could keep up with the cattle. I started breeding to to grow his bloodlines and as time went by I found that bordercollies are amazing herd and family dogs that I can trust.What makes your program special?
We focus on raising cattle dogs our bordercollies all have strong herding instincts and we also make sure they are well socialized to be a family pet. We practice good eating habits with them and good behavior playing with kids. We also start our puppies on calves watching gates or moving them.What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies include smooth and rough coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, brindle, red, and white and red. Colors will 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.
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Krystal
Krystal 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 $100 non-refundable deposit and $700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes ABCA registered. Vaccination, de worming.”
Contract & health guarantee
Krystal 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 Krystal 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 Krystal 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 Krystal.
Breeder’s location
Meet in De Soto, WI
4381 miles away
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More about Krystal
Krystal has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Krystal was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Krystal’s links
Krystal is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Real dogs that do real work! 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
Bella, mom
Border Collie
About Bella
Bella is a female Border Collie about 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Krystal decided to make her part of their program. Krystal 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.
Vinny, dad
Border Collie
About Vinny
He is a very active dog. He loves playing with other dogs. Loves to herd cattle goes long distances. Vinny likes to sleep in the house has a very short hair coat so wears a jacket outside in winter. We expect his puppies to have short hair like him. He loves car rides and playing in water. Likes Making new friends with people or dogs. Plays fetch and does obstacle courses for agility.
Good health testing
Wisdom Panel.
Turbo, dad
Border Collie
About Turbo
My older brother Ownes Turbo I train and breed with him He lives at my home ranch in De Soto Wi. He has worked cattle and been our family farm dog since he was a 8 week old pup. He loves playing fetch, loves going for car rides, loves moving the cattle from pastures and watching gates. He loves water and is a very quiet boy only barks if asked to speak. He has a rough curly coat of red and white hair. He is a very energetic dog and loves going for a run everyday no matter if it's just checking cows or going with us on trail rides with the horses. He prefers outside more then the house.
Good health testing
Animal Genetics Panel.
Dixie, mom
Border Collie
About Dixie
We got Dixie as a 8 week old pup in 2019. She has been our pride and joy here she is treated like one of our kids haha. She loves to herd cows, loves taking baths, has her own bed in the house , likes to go to stores to pick out toys. She can be shy towards adult men she doesn't know. She gets along with all dogs and cats. Loves children even those she just met. Let's my child handle her new born puppies and likes to join us in bed. She isn't afraid of loud noises She goes to the fireworks at the 4th of July every year and even watches them in the sky. She is a low hyper girl and she likes to talk. She loves being groomed. She will ride on horse with us or walk when we trail ride.
Good health testing
Animal Genetics Panel.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Real dogs that do real work! 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.
Wisdom 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).
