I'm Cindi S., the breeder behind ThreeDarkBays English Shepherds located in Groveton, TX. We strive to produce beautiful and versatile English Shepherds that can thrive in the ring, in a variety of jobs, and in the home as loving companions. Our dogs are proven in work, from ducks to cattle, as well as in sports and conformation.
We also do some rescue work for working and pet ES.
Q. & A. with Cindi
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Cindi
Cindi 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 between $1,000 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Prices vary based on age and training of the dog. We do sometimes have older pups that are started in herding and other dog sports.
All puppies are Embark tested, microchipped, and fully examined by a vet. We do not ask for deposits because we can't guarantee we'll have the puppy that fits your needs in a certain litter. We also don't want people financially invested before their puppy is ready to go home. Life happens. We'd rather not have buyers feel forced to take a puppy because they've already put down a deposit.”
Contract & health guarantee
Cindi 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 Cindi 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 Cindi directly.
ThreeDarkBays English Shepherds 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
Aonghus, dad
English Shepherd
About Aonghus
Aonghus is a male English Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cindi decided to make him part of their program. Cindi 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.
Patton, dad
English Shepherd
About Patton
Patton is a male English Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cindi decided to make him part of their program. Cindi 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.
Bricker, dad
English Shepherd
About Bricker
Bricker is a male English Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cindi decided to make him part of their program. Cindi 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
ThreeDarkBays English Shepherds 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 English Shepherds.
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Hyperuricosuria (HUU), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), 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).