The Fiddlesticks Farm

Joan W.

Breeder of Old Time Scotch Collies

Alexander, NC
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Meet the breeder

I'm Joan W., the breeder behind The Fiddlesticks Farm located in Alexander, NC. Our dogs exemplify the best of the heritage collies with even tempers, robust health and intelligence. Our puppies are well-suited to family life, farm work, and therapy work; Both parents are cherished family pets, and we follow “puppy culture” to help our puppies be confident and happy.

Q. & A. with Joan

Why did you start breeding?
I’ve loved having working dogs my whole life, and fell in love with Scotch Collies the first time I met one. Their intelligence, temperament, biddable nature and beauty exemplify the perfect dog for me. I started breeding to preserve this amazing breed and share their great traits with others. Our lines are selected for lower-drive, people oriented dogs great for families, therapy dogs and more.
What makes your program special?
We are committed to preserving the heritage collie traits; our dogs are well-rounded dogs and are loyal, gentle, intelligent, confident, eager to work, and even-tempered. We center puppy culture so our pups get the proper early neurological stimulation, learning lessons and socialization to be confident and adaptable in throughout their lives.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black white and tan. 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.

Jade
Went home
Female
Rose
Went home
Female
Ruby
Went home
Female
Garnet
Went home
Male
Honey
Went home
Female
Copper
Went home
Male
Jasper
Went home
Male
Sapphire
Went home
Female
Lapis
Went home
Female

Getting a puppy from Joan

Joan 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.

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 $400 non-refundable deposit and $450 final payment, before taxes & fees.

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“The price includes registration with the Old Time Scotch Collie Association, microchip, genetic testing and puppy shots. Once deposit is placed, it is non-refundable. If there’s not a puppy who’s a good match in this litter, it can be transferred to a future litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Joan 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 Joan 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 Joan 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
- Puppy health practices
  - Vet check
  - First round of shots and deworming
  - Vet records
- Extras
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
  - Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Alexander, NC

365 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Asheville Airport

374 miles away

Meet in Nashville, TN

547 miles away

More about Joan

Club memberships
Joan is a member of Old Time Scotch Collies Association .
Joan has been a member of Good Dog for 5 months
Joan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Joan’s links
- Facebook
- Website

Joan is a trusted Good Dog breeder

The Fiddlesticks Farm 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

Joan W.
Litter update on 13 Jan •
Ruby truly is a gem of a pup! She’s very smart, usually one of the first to figure out new challenges and puzzles! She’s very gentle and biddable, eager to understand what’s being asked of her. She’s very tuned into people, loves cuddles and eye contact and will make a great emotional support, therapy, or family dog. With an outgoing nature she would also enjoy some light farm/herding work as long as she gets lots of time with her people too!
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Duncan and Evie's litter
Joan W.
Litter update on 13 Jan •
Rose is a very special girl, she’s gentle and observant, especially tuned into people. She has a sweet, calm demeanor and loves to put her chin in your hands and give long, sweet eye contact 🥹. She has the sweetest face, striking markings and cutest little natural bobtail! Would make a great emotional support, therapy, or family dog and also loves to explore and play — she’s ready for new adventures! Still available.
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Duncan and Evie's litter
Joan W.
Litter update on 13 Jan •
In addition to being absolutely gorgeous, Jade is intelligent and solves problems with confidence and curiosity. She’s very affectionate and loving, with a well-balanced temperament. Still available!
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Duncan and Evie's litter
Joan W.
Litter update on 13 Jan •
At 8 weeks old, these pups are are growing into healthy, intelligent, biddable, sweet dogs!! 3 females are still available — Ruby, Jade and Rose— all 3 are beautiful and loving
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Duncan and Evie's litter

Parent dogs

Duncan, dad
Old Time Scotch Collie
About Duncan
More than just a pretty face, this handsome boy is loving, biddable and calm. He is a “velcro dog” in the best way, not anxious at all but staying close to his people and checking in regularly to see if there’s any job for him. He is extremely loving, calm and outgoing. One of his favorite jobs is conducting pet therapy at a local nonprofit for folks with autism; where he spreads love an joy to adults and children alike, never getting over-excited or forgetting his manners, no matter who he interacts with. I can trust Duncan anywhere we go to be gentle, attentive and obedient. He’s great with other dogs, cats, goats and chickens; with a laid back manner and a “tending” style of herding, not pushing or driving. Duncan is from an intentional outcrossing to bring in greater diversity to the Old Time Scotch Collie gene pool—his sire is registered OTSC Hamish of Windrush Farm, and his dam is Nell, an English Shepherd with a sweet demeanor and a natural bobtail that Duncan inherited. He is in great health, and only carries one copy of MDR-1.
Evie, mom
Old Time Scotch Collie
About Evie
*Please note: Evie is black and white, but Good Dog doesn't list that as an option for collies* She is the most gentle, sweet girl you’ll ever meet. She absolutely loves people, and is very tuned in to anyone around her and is eager to please and learn new skills. Evie is naturally very calm and laid back with exceptionally good manners, and stays centered in new environments. She’s up for anything as long as her people are there—happy to go on long hikes and adventures, and when it’s time to relax at home she settles easily and isn’t hyper or high strung. She gets along well with other dogs, and loves other animals, especially any baby, keeping careful watch over all baby chicks, kittens and ducklings. Keeping watch over our flock of chickens is her favorite pastime, and there’s lots of herding in her background. She’s very healthy, clear for MDR1 and only carrying one copy of CEA, and is fully registered with the Old Time Scotch Collie Association.

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

The Fiddlesticks Farm 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 Old Time Scotch 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
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
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).