Red Maple Farm
Meet the breeder
I'm Vanessa F., the breeder behind Red Maple Farm located in Knoxville, TN. We’re so excited to be able to help you experience the longtime loyalty of welcoming a new puppy! When we got our first dog, we were instantly in love. Since then, we’ve made it our mission to bring happy, healthy puppies into the lives of other families! Our dogs are healthy, so very happy and such well balanced dogs in all that we wanted other families to be able to enjoy this amazing combination of breeds. They are energetic when they can (mom in my running buddy!) but so calm and will sit by my side while I work for long hours. They are protective of my children, but so gentle with them and all the other animals in the farm.
Q. & A. with Vanessa
Why did you start breeding?
Our dogs are such great dogs, in great health and with great personalities we decided to start a breeding program!What makes your program special?
We make sure the puppies are exposed to different stimuli as they grow, including different people, children, animals (cats, birds, farm animals), swimming, and getting used to being by themselves while the family is gone. They are practically potty trained already!What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are medium size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.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 are black and white. 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.
Tater Tot
Went homeFemale
Willow
Went homeFemale
Panda
Went homeFemale
Hash Brown James
Went homeMale
Baboo
Went homeMale
Red Panda
Went homeFemale
Mash
Went homeMale
Orca
Went homeMale
Marshmellow
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Vanessa
Vanessa 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 $300 refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $1,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee, wellness visit, first puppy vaccines, deworming, flea and heartworm prevention, microchip and puppy socialization. All of our puppies are the same price, regardless of gender, size coat or eye color.”
Contract & health guarantee
Vanessa 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 Vanessa 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 Vanessa 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 Vanessa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Knoxville, TN
4485 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at McGhee Tyson Airport
4481 miles away
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More about Vanessa
Vanessa has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Vanessa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Vanessa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Red Maple Farm 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
All breeds
Border Collie
Australian Shepherd
Ash, mom
Border Collie
About Ash
Ash is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Vanessa decided to make her part of their program. Vanessa 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.
Oreo, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Oreo
Oreo is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Vanessa decided to make him part of their program. Vanessa 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Red Maple Farm 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 Companion Crosses.
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.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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.
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.
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).
