Rocky Mountain Border Collies
Meet the breeder
I'm Joe D., the breeder behind Rocky Mountain Border Collies located in Ogden, UT. We raise family-oriented and hardworking dogs. Our puppies go on to be great family pets and working companions. We produce litters that are healthy and sound. Our puppies have the temperament to be amazing family members and the drive and trainability to do the job they were bred to do.
Q. & A. with Joe
Why did you start breeding?
I love my Border Collies and knew that if I ever get the opportunity to do it right I would. My dogs are genetic tested and have the temperament to fit in any home and any life style. They are divers from having a great companion and a working dog, yes you can have the best of both worlds. From a hiking companion, agility dog or herding dog for fun and/or a working ranch dog.What makes your program special?
My puppies are imprinted based on their stages of life and set up for success when they go into their new homes. They are exposed to everything in life that you would introduce to them. They are crate trained. They see a veterinarian through all stages for current vaccinations, deworming and exams. They come with a 1 year free subscription to my online dog training platform www.dogtraining360.comWhat 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 white and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Faith
Went homeFemale
Emmie Lou
Went homeFemale
Dolly
Went homeFemale
Faith Hill
Went homeFemale
Emmie Lou
Went homeFemale
Dolly Pardon
Went homeFemale
Maybell Carter
Went homeFemale
Johnny Cash
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Joe
Joe has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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
“The lower price includes, current vaccinations and deworming based on age, crate training, one year subscription to an online dog training platform for training videos and private online training group. $500.00 is non refundable but can be put towards another puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Joe 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 Joe 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 Joe 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 Joe.
Breeder's location
Meet in Ogden, UT
1817 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Salt Lake City Airport
1821 miles away
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More about Joe
Club memberships
Joe is a member of American Boarder Collie Association , Mountain States Stock Dog Association, and National Cattle Dog Association.
Joe has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Joe was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Joe is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Rocky Mountain Border 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 dogs
Patsy, mom
Border Collie
About Patsy
Patsy is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Joe decided to make her part of their program. Joe 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.
Zip, dad
Border Collie
About Zip
Zip is a male Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Joe decided to make him part of their program. Joe 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
Good level
Rocky Mountain Border 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 Border Collies.
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).
