Synergy Shetland Sheepdogs

Joy B.

Breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs

  • Palestine, TX
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Meet the breeder

I'm Joy B., the breeder behind Synergy Shetland Sheepdogs located in Palestine, TX. We have owned & bred Shelties for over 40 years and have been ASSA members since 1985. We strive to breed dogs that are beautiful, healthy and sound in structure and temperament. We have bred Shelties in the US & in Singapore and have shared our puppies with many satisfied families.

Q. & A. with Joy

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My breeding program started with a female that I purchased from Guy Mauldin, Kismet Kennels, in 1978. Since then I have bred many champions as well as dogs that have excelled in obedience, herding and agility.

  • What makes your program special?

    We breed Shelties to the standard with emphasis on their ability to perform the functions that they were originally bred to do....guard the home and herd livestock. It is the qualities of soundness in structure and temperament, biddability and willingness to please that have endeared Shelties to all families that own them.

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

    Our puppies include sable and white and black white and tan. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Joy

Joy 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Joy partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take great care in placing each puppy with the right family. Puppies are matched once they are old enough for us to evaluate their temperaments and personalities - typically at 8 weeks old.”

Price

Puppy prices include between $2,500 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes AKC registration, health guarantee, first vaccinations, deworming, socialization and optional puppy starter kit.”

Contract & health guarantee

Joy 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 Joy 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 Joy 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 in new places
      • 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
    • Extras
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Palestine, TX

1137 miles away

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More about Joy

  • Club memberships

    Joy is a member of Texas Kennel Club, Dog Judges Association of America, and American Shetland Sheepdog Association.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Judge, Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..

  • Joy has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years

    Joy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

Joy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Synergy Shetland Sheepdogs 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Synergy Shetland Sheepdogs 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 Examination (rDVM, not 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.

  • von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Shetland Sheepdog Type, PRA, Shetland Sheepdog Type, Animal Genetics Panel, 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).

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