I'm Susan B., the breeder behind Shalamar Shelties located in Nampa, ID. I have a standard of breeding quality Shetland Sheepdogs. My dogs are fully health tested CHIC dogs and many become Grand Champions. I take a lot of pride in the dogs that I produce. I don't cut corners and am always working towards improving my program and the betterment of the breed.
Q. & A. with Susan
Why did you start breeding?
My first Sheltie was Dude. He was a Valentine's Day gift from my hubby John. Little did he know what he started!
What makes your program special?
Experts in the breed mentored me and taught me type, head detail and how to breed the right dogs to establish my family of dogs and keep the look that I love consistently.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are sable 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.
Liam
Went home
Male
Boys Ike & Bob
Went home
Male
Banner - Boy born Feb 10, 2024
Went home
Male
Carter
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Susan
Susan 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 deposit and between $2,200 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Guarantee normal Eyes at time of sale,, VWd DNA Clear/Normal, MDR1 Clear/Normal, DMS Very Low or Low Risk and general health for 72hrs. Dog will have been wormed, at least 2-3 shots, micro-chipped, heart and health checked and CERF Eye exam. Full refund if no pups are the preferred sex that you want. Non-refundable if you just change your mind or find another puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Susan 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 Susan 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 Susan directly.
Shalamar Shelties 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
Nintndo or Ninnie, dad
Shetland Sheepdog
About Nintndo or Ninnie
Nintendo, lovingly called "Ninnie". This beautiful and loving boy is an American Grand Champion Bronze is a multiple Group winning and placing boy and has also received a Reserve BEST IN SHOW. All of his health testing tests have been done and he has passed and DNA normal and clear.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Shalamar Shelties 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 Shetland Sheepdogs.
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.
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.
Dentition
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Dermatomyositis, von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Shetland Sheepdog Type, 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).