I'm Ericka W., the breeder behind Savoy Collies located in Eads, TN. With over 20+ years of training, showing and breeding collies, we strive to produce excellent companions and family members. All parents are thoroughly genetically screened and we take great care to match each individual puppy with the right family. Pups are raised in our home with kids, cats, etc.
Q. & A. with Ericka
Why did you start breeding?
My first collie, born in 1999, was purchased as a pet but became a group-wining, conformation champion with obedience, herding and agility titles. Since then, we have valued BOTH a biddable, working temperament and a classically beautiful collie. We strive to bring those virtues to every breeding.
What makes your program special?
Quality over quantity! We don’t breed often - only when we are looking for our next superstar and companion. That means each pup in the litter is raised to do it all. We select only thoroughly genetically tested dogs for breeding. We carefully nurture all pups and use our years of training experience to match each individual puppy with the right family. We are one of only three collie breeders who have been awarded a Bronze Breeder of Merit award from AKC.
What are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our puppies have rough coats. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are sable. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Ericka
Ericka 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 $400 refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $1,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes genetic testing for CEA, PRA, DM, DMS, MDR1, thorough vet exam, eye exam, de-worming, age appropriate vaccines, pre-paid microchip. Refundable depending on circumstances.”
Contract & health guarantee
Ericka 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 Ericka 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 Ericka directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Microchip
Extras
Initial potty training
Basic obedience & manners
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ericka.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Eads, TN
721 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Memphis Airport
742 miles away
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Meet in Nashville, TN
547 miles away
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More about Ericka
Club memberships
Ericka is a member of Collie Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Ericka has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Ericka was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Ericka is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Savoy 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
Fern, mom
Collie
About Fern
Fern is a wonderful collie! She is sweet and loving, but also LOVES to perform. She completed her AKC conformation championship with two five point majors, breeder/owner handled. She completed her obedience CD with three consecutive High In Trial awards, all before her second birthday. We are looking forward more wonderful things from Fern in the future!
Excellent health testing
Dermatomyositis, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +1 more.
Curry, mom
Collie
About Curry
Curry is a fabulous mother! She takes great care of her pups. She is also a tremendous performance dog who competes in obedience, rally and herding. She is extremely biddable and easy to live with. She is gorgeous with a shaded red sable color, tight fitting coat with beautiful furnishings that does not mat.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Savoy 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 Collies.
Eye Certification (CAER, 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.
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).
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.