Trio Shelties

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Susan B.

Breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs

Meet the breeder

I'm Susan B., the breeder behind Trio Shelties located in Elizabeth, CO. I do extensive health testing on all my adults and spend lots of time working with my pups as they grow to encourage them and help them become confident and eager to please.

Q. & A. with Susan

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I fell in love with this breed! They are not only beautiful, but they are also incredibly smart and loyal. I admire a show dog's beauty, but it is just as important to breed for temperament and health. Through my breeding program, I hope to produce my next champion, but just as importantly, provide some families with beautiful, healthy, well-adjusted pets.

  • What makes your program special?

    During the first weeks of a puppy's life, they are like little sponges and learn everything so fast!  Their personalities are developing and being influenced by their environment and interactions. I consider it an honor and a privilege to have the opportunity to shape these young pups into confident dogs that become cherished family members!

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

    Our puppies include blue merle white and tan, black white and tan, and sable 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.

Getting a puppy from Susan

Susan 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

Connect with Susan to learn more details about pricing.

Contract & health guarantee

Susan 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 Susan 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 Susan 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
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Elizabeth, CO

5052 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Denver Airport

5026 miles away

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More about Susan

  • Club memberships

    Susan is a member of American Shetland Sheepdog Association.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Susan has been a member of Good Dog for 8 months

    Susan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • Susan’s links

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Susan is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Trio Shelties 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

Excellent level

Trio Shelties 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 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.

  • von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Dermatomyositis, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), 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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