Tranquil Morning Farm
- Columbia, CT
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Planned English Shepherd litter
Due May 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Kristen B., the breeder behind Tranquil Morning Farm located in Columbia, CT. As conscientious breeders, we are proud of the loving, smart, beautiful, and sound puppies we’re able to provide for others. We built our program with care and intention in every step. We are passionate about the health and well-being of this breed, and it is our goal to provide each dog that comes from our program with a solid foundation of good health, neurological development, and loving care.
Q. & A. with Kristen
Why did you start breeding?
We had English Shepherds on the farm for many years before we decided to breed. Dusty is our reason, I felt like every farm or family needed a dog like him. I truly could say that about any of our personal English Shepherds.What makes your program special?
We focus on working ability and temperament above all. A dog that has a drive to work and a good off switch in the home is our goal. A dog that alerts to strangers, but is willing to welcome them with a friendly demeanor as well. We love dog sports, so we also look to breed dogs that can excel in sports as well.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include tri-colored, sable and white, and black and white. 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.
Titus
Went homeMale
Pearl
Went homeFemale
Copper
Went homeMale
Jasper
Went homeMale
Amber
Went homeFemale
Stetson
Went homeMale
Butch Cassidy
Went homeMale
Johnny Cash
Went homeMale
Annie Oakley
Went homeFemale
Wyatt Earp
Went homeMale
Dakota
Went homeFemale
Dallas
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Kristen
Kristen 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
"All parents are fully DNA health tested and pennhip tested. Puppies go home with first vaccinations, microchip and health check by a DVM. Pups are registered with ESCR and UKC."
Contract & health guarantee
Kristen 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 Kristen 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 Kristen 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
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kristen.
Breeder's location
Meet in Columbia, CT
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Bradley Airport
Flexible meeting point
Kristen can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Kristen
Kristen has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Kristen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Kristen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Tranquil Morning 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
Parent dogs
Sadie-Jane, mom
English Shepherd
About Sadie-Jane
Sadie Jane is a clear sable and white. She is extremely smart and learns new tasks quickly, often the first time. She has been learning to use "talk buttons" to communicate. She is trained to bring my asthma inhaler if I have an episode. On the farm she helps with daily chores and moving small stock. She has titles in both Agility and Barn Hunt.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Dusty, dad
English Shepherd
About Dusty
Dusty is a purebred English Shepherd who exemplifies the versatility of the breed. He is a working farm dog, managing a sheep and poultry homestead. He is a sport dog, winning titles in agility and barn hunt. He is a family dog who loves people and especially children.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Freya, mom
English Shepherd
About Freya
Freya is a seal and white natural bobtail. She is a solid farm dog who can move difficult stock, find lost stock in the woods and hold them until help arrives, varmint hunter.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Max, dad
English Shepherd
About Max
Max is the welcome wagon at our farm. He will bark to alert to strangers, but when I greet the strangers, he wags his tail and comes up to be pet. He is a varmint hunter on the farm, but gentle with lambs, sheep and chickens. Max loves children, car rides and walks. He has started in Barn Hunt and Agility to give him a break from farm work. He loves to give kisses, and snuggle. Perfect "off switch" for a farm dog.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).Olive, mom
English Shepherd
About Olive
Olive is a female English Shepherd almost 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristen decided to make her part of their program. Kristen 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
Good level
Tranquil Morning 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 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.
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.
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).
