Skyward Farms
- Atascadero, CA ·
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Upcoming litters
Skye Terrier litter
Planned Feb. 2027
Meet the breeder
I'm Katelyn R., the breeder behind Skyward Farms located in Atascadero, CA. Our journey began in February 2014 with the arrival of our very first Border Collie, Ace. Through his breeder, we were introduced into the world of dog sports. The following 3 years we trialed in conformation, agility, obedience and rally-obedience. I came to love how training enriched a dog's life and strengthened our connection. Conformation and Junior handling became a huge part of my life. Studying pedigrees and dog training became my favorite past time. I majored in biology at Centre College focusing on genetics and physiology. The next puppy to join Skyward was Phoenix. Our German import, became the foundation of all the Skyward Border Collies you see today. She paved the way for versatility within our program. To this day she shows me new sports we can excel in. Sometimes, the Border Collie life is a little fast-paced. When we branched out to a new breed, we chose a slower and much shorter one, Skye Terriers. We got our start in Skyes in 2018 when we imported two lovely puppies from Finland, Dreamer and Grace. Dreamer became my sole junior's dog, taking huge class placements at Palm Springs, Woofstock, and the Fresno Junior Challenge. Since aging out, we have focused on breed preservation. Skye terriers are an endangered breed, with only 3-4000 individuals world wide. This means that every breeding requires a higher level of research, global cooperation, and planning. While our litters are fewer, we are honored to be a part of this breed's preservation. Our puppies have found some amazing, active, loving homes across the United States. From Alaska to Florida, our pups excel in various dog sport venues, including Conformation, Agility, Herding, Disc, Flyball, Dock Diving, Obedience, Rally, and Canicross. While some of puppies shine in the spotlight of sporting arenas, they are also beloved family members who are enthusiastic participants in hiking, camping and various outdoor adventures, bringing joy and companionship wherever they go. Some have even have touched the lives of their others as cherished Therapy Dogs providing comfort, support and assistance when it is needed most.
Q. & A. with Katelyn
Why did you start breeding?
How I got into breeding is a long story, but I’ll try to keep it short. I had bought a dog from a responsible conformation/sport border collie breeder. I had planned to pursue an agility and obedience career with my future dog. My dog's breeder convinced me to take conformation handling classes with her and when I was ready she took me to my first dog show. The rest is history.What makes your program special?
In my breeding program, I strive to create a work of art. To breed a dog with both Brains and beauty. My dogs offer some of the best genetics from all over the world. 3 out of my 4 dogs are imported from the most well know and respected breeders in their fields. They have unmatched instincts, but most importantly they have a wonderful off switch that allows them to be loyal, loving family members.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Pachanga
Went homeFemale
Jitterbug
Went homeFemale
Charleston
Went homeMale
Tango
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Fathom
Went homeFemale
Luna
Went homeFemale
Neil
Went homeMale
Eclipse
Went homeFemale
Journey
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Katelyn
Katelyn 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.
Katelyn partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.
“Each puppies goes through volhard testing, and a comprehensive week by week analysis of structure and temperament ”
Price
“Puppies are priced based on their quality, type of registration and ownership status. Quality: pet/sport or show home. Registration: limited or full. Ownership: full or Co-own. Once application is approved a deposit is required to save your spot in a specific litter. Deposits aren’t placed on specific puppies. Deposits can be moved to a different litter, but not refunded.”
Contract & health guarantee
Katelyn 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 Katelyn 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 Katelyn 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
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Katelyn.
Breeder's location
Meet in Atascadero, CA
5765 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at San Luis Obispo County Airport (McChesney Field)
5779 miles away
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Meet in Sacramento, CA
5602 miles away
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More about Katelyn
Club memberships
Katelyn is a member of Barn Hunt Association, Border Collies Society of America, SLO Ratters, and Border Collie Club of Greater Las Angeles .
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Katelyn has been a member of Good Dog for almost 7 years
Katelyn was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Katelyn is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Skyward Farms 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
Katelyn R.
Program update on 18 Sept 2025 •Puppy culture in full swing!
Parent dogs
All breeds
Skye Terrier
Border Collie
Lua, mom
Skye Terrier
About Lua
Lua is a female Skye Terrier almost 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katelyn decided to make her part of their program. Katelyn 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.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.Kishi, mom
Skye Terrier
About Kishi
Kishi is a female Skye Terrier almost 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Katelyn decided to make her part of their program. Katelyn 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.
Excellent health testing
Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Zuma, dad
Border Collie
About Zuma
Zuma is a male Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Katelyn decided to make him part of their program. Katelyn 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.
Grace, mom
Skye Terrier
About Grace
Grace is a kind and outgoing Skye, she excels in Conformation, Agility, and has even done obedience with a 4H member at our local fair. Grace was imported from Finland along with her brother Dreamer. Grace is very family oriented, loves to cuddle, and it our little princess (and she knows it)
Phoenix, mom
Border Collie
About Phoenix
Phoenix is a dream dog, we imported here from Germany in 2018, as a foundation for our line. Phoenix is an athletic, medium drive border collie that always wants to please. She excels in anything you ask of her, conformation, dock diving, agility, obedience, rally, barn hunt, coursing, flyball, you name it! She is also an amazing family dog that loved to be around the family and snuggle up for some pets. She is amazing with kids and has done a bit of therapy dog work in schools and at public events. Phoenix a jack of all trades with the titles to prove it, and I guarantee her puppies will be the same way.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel.Dreamer, dad
Skye Terrier
About Dreamer
Dreamer is one of the sweetest Skyes I know. Dreamer loves kids, and has done some therapy dog work for schools and with young children. Dreamer is an exceptional representation on this breed. Every show we attend he seems to come home with more ribbons and higher accomplishments! Dreamer’s favorite activity is napping, he loves to sleep anywhere and everywhere. Skyes in general are a very lazy breed which makes them good for apartment living, or low energy families.
Ace, dad
Border Collie
About Ace
Ace is a male Border Collie almost 12 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Katelyn decided to make him part of their program. Katelyn 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
Border Collie
Skye Terrier
Excellent level
Skyward Farms 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
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 Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
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 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.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
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.
Trapped Neutrophil Syndrome, Cohen Syndrome (TNS), Myotonia Congenita, Australian Cattle Dog Type, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Cyclic Neutropenia, Grey Collie Syndrome (CN), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Full Embark 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).
