Shinebright Shelties

Arita F.

Breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs

Meet the breeder

I'm Arita F., the breeder behind Shinebright Shelties located in San Antonio, TX. We raise our dogs in our home right alongside our family. We love being able to match our puppies with families that are the perfect fit for their personalities. Having healthy dogs is also super important to us so we health test each one to create long living family pets.

Q. & A. with Arita

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I fell in love with the breed of Shelties and how they have the ability to excel at almost anything. Obedience, conformation, hearding, family living. These dogs are perfect for working or family life. I had an inner desire to raise pups and to do it the right way. I'm on a journey to become as ethical a breeder as I can be, making sure all my dogs have that sweet temperament and health testing.

  • What makes your program special?

    There are many who will sell a dog for a quick buck but so many who don't have the health testing or the OFAs, but charge like they do. My program is special. Not only do I offer all of that, but my pups always come with lifetime support. I'm not going anywhere and I love to see updates on the pups and how beautifully they grow. If there is ever a concern I am always here to help figure it out.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black white and tan and 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.

Getting a puppy from Arita

Arita 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 $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“This price includes pups from Health tested and AKC registered dogs, a health guarantee, and a lifetime of support from me. Each pup comes with their first round of vaccinations and a microchip. The deposit is to help with expenses related to vet visits and to help our buyers make a sure decision on the pup they are interested in. It is not refundable unless there is an issue with the pup.”

Contract & health guarantee

Arita 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 Arita 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 Arita 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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Socialized with children
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • 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
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Arita.

Breeder’s location

Meet in San Antonio, TX

5383 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at San Antonio Airport

5365 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Arita can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Arita

  • Arita has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Arita was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

Arita is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Shinebright 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Shinebright 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.

  • 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).

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