Thistledown Farms
- Napa, CA
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Lisa F., the breeder behind Thistledown Farms located in Napa, CA. We raise adorable, affectionate, versatile puppies, and give them the best possible start for a life of companionship and love! Our primary focus is to produce dogs with strong working ability, solid temperaments, great health, and sound, moderate structure. We take great pride in our dogs and our breeding program.
Q. & A. with Lisa
Why did you start breeding?
Our goal is to not only produce beautiful puppies, but to help promote responsible breeding in order to ensure that the Old Time Scotch Collie will continue to thrive for generations to come.What makes your program special?
We devote our time, energy, and efforts to each litter to ensure our puppies are properly socialized from the moment they are born and prepared to excel in their forever homes.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Licorice
Went homeMale
Basil
Went homeMale
Peppermint
Went homeFemale
se
Went homeFemale
Lavender
Went homeFemale
Angelica
Went homeFemale
Sage
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Lisa
Lisa 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 $300 refundable deposit and between $600 - $700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Also included are Old-Time Scotch Collie puppy registration, deworming, vaccinations, and puppy socialization. ”
Contract & health guarantee
Lisa 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 Lisa 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 Lisa 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lisa.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Napa, CA
5640 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sacramento Airport
5598 miles away
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More about Lisa
Club memberships
Lisa is a member of Old Time Scotch Collie Association.
Lisa has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Lisa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Lisa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Thistledown 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
Parent dogs
Riley, mom
Old Time Scotch Collie
About Riley
Riley is a female Old Time Scotch Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lisa decided to make her part of their program. Lisa 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.
Buck, dad
Old Time Scotch Collie
About Buck
Buck is a male Old Time Scotch Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lisa decided to make him part of their program. Lisa 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Thistledown 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 Old Time Scotch Collies.
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).
