Red Tartan Kennel
- Brownsdale, MN
Meet the breeder
I'm Donna G., the breeder behind Red Tartan Kennel located in Brownsdale, MN. I love being a breeder. It's so fulfilling to see the positive effect that a beloved, furry companion can have on its family. I am a small breeder allowing me to give each of my puppies, dogs, and breedings the proper care and attention they each deserve. I focus on healthy genetics and well adjusted temperments. I am dedicated to providing happy, healthy, and well-socialized pups for others to welcome into their family. I love my pups and know you will love them, too! Our pups come with the parent's genetic testing results, Vet checks and first shots and deworming and a health guarantee.
Q. & A. with Donna
Why did you start breeding?
I come from a show/breeder background of Afghan hounds. We started a small farm in mid life, and well, Afghan Hounds don't mesh with farming. :D So we started with collies. Over the years, each of my collies has brought so much happiness to me throughout their lives and I want to do my part to produce wonderful, healthy dogs that can bring other people joy as well, and to provide each of my puppies with loving homes where they can live happy lives.What makes your program special?
I treasure each puppy in my program and give them all the attention and care that I possibly can. I work hard so my puppies can leave my home with confidence, ready to take on the world with their new family! Fully genetic tested parents means you know what you're getting in a puppy with health matters. I only breed dogs who will better the genetics and produce the healthiest puppies.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 white and tan and blue merle 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.
"Shadow"
Went homeMale
"Autumn"
Went homeFemale
"Jack"
Went homeMale
"Raven"
Went homeFemale
"Huntress"
Went homeFemale
"Pumpkin"
Went homeFemale
"Acorn"
Went homeMale
"Smokey"
Went homeMale
"Hickory"
Went homeMale
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"CC" (Candy Corn)
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Donna
Donna 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 $1,000 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The cost per pup varies depending on limited or full registration, color, genetics, and other considerations. We also will deliver within 100 miles of Rochester, Minnesota for free. We never require a deposit. We ask for full payment on the day the pup is picked up or the day before we deliver your pup to you. If we are providing transport, we require the transport fee paid in full before delivery of your pup and the balance (the cost of the pup) at the time of delivery.”
Contract & health guarantee
Donna 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 Donna 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 Donna 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 Donna.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Brownsdale, MN
4424 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Rochester Minnesota
4397 miles away
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More about Donna
Donna has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Donna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Donna’s links
Donna is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Red Tartan Kennel 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
Merlin, dad
Collie
About Merlin
Merlin is a stunning blue merle and white rough collie who loves to roam the farm looking new things to explore. He has excellent genetics, and good hips. His first litter was 12!
Great health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1).
Misty, mom
Collie
About Misty
Misty is a delightful tri color with white factoring. She loves exploring the farm along with her sidekick Bella and her man-about-town, Merlin. She just had her first litter of 12 pups!
Great health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1).
Poppy, mom
Collie
About Poppy
Poppy is our smooth dam in waiting. She has a beautiful heart spot on her side and is a white factored sable who will eventually be bred to our Blue merle rough male. That should produce both roughs and smooths, sable merles and hopefully some white. Stay tuned!
Bella, mom
Collie
About Bella
Bella is retired and is the mom of numerous collies all over New England. She was the MOST awesome mom you could ask for.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Red Tartan Kennel 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.
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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 2 (rcd2), 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Donna to bring home their puppies.
Brad R.
Verified owner · Dec. 2023
Donna was amazing to deal with. “Chuck” is a healthy, very active pup. Our German Shepherd is still wondering what we were thinking😁! We couldn’t be more thrilled.
