Spring Valley shelties
Meet the breeder
I'm Linda A., the breeder behind Spring Valley shelties located in Red Oak, IA. Our goal is to ensure every dog that comes from our program is set up to live a happy and healthy life and is prepared for its future role when it leaves our care. We provide each of our pups with lots of socialization and love, and we are dedicated to maintaining responsible breeding policies.
Q. & A. with Linda
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding in 1989. I have always loved the breed.What makes your program special?
Over the years I have been very lucky to have great mentors. With their guidance I have been able to build and exceptional breeding program that I am very proud of.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Linda
Linda 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
“Puppies do not leave until 10 weeks old. At that time they have had parvo,DA2 and kennel cough vaccines. Also are microchiped with a prepaid chip All puppies have a martingale collar Heath guarantee. All puppies are the same price regardless of color size or gender.”
Contract & health guarantee
Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda directly.
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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Linda.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Red Oak, IA
4644 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Eppley Airfield
4653 miles away
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Meet in Des Moines, IA
4558 miles away
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More about Linda
Club memberships
Linda is a member of Midlands Shetland Sheepdog Club and American Shetland Sheepdog Association.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder.
Linda has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Linda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Linda’s links
Linda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Spring Valley 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 health testing
Excellent level
Spring Valley 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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, 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.
DNA Disease Panel, von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Dermatomyositis, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), 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).
