Tristar Shelties

Debi T.

Breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs

  • Idaho
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Debi T., the breeder behind Tristar Shelties located in Idaho. I love my Shelties and they are family to me. I have shown in Conformation ring and have bred a few Champions. I have put on obedience titles on a few titles on my dogs.

Q. & A. with Debi

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I love this breed because they are smart, loyal, and great companions for both children and adults. The story of how I got into breeding is quite long, but to keep it brief, I wanted to breed a Sheltie that excelled in conformation, agility, and obedience.I love this breed because they are smart, loyal, and great companions for both children and adults. The story of how I got into breeding is quite long, but to keep it brief, I wanted to breed a Sheltie that excelled in conformation, agility, and obedience.
  • What makes your program special?

    I breed high-quality dogs for Conformation, Agility, Obedience, and Companionship purposes. As a breeder, I aim to produce Shelties that closely adhere to the breed standard. When I sell a puppy to a family or individual, they become part of my extended family. I am always committed to providing support and guidance throughout raising one of my pappies' breed high-quality dogs for Conformation, Agility, Obedience, and Companionship purposes. As a breeder, I aim to produce Shelties that closely adhere to the breed standard. When I sell a puppy to a family or individual, they become part of my extended family. I am always committed to providing support and guidance throughout raising one of my puppies. willing to help my buyers with information and problem-solving.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

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

Getting a puppy from Debi

Debi 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 $650 non-refundable deposit and between $850 - $1,850 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“e.g The price includes the gaurantee of AKC registration first round of shots, deworming, and puppy socialization. All puppies are sold as pets other wise sold as potential not confirmed show dogs potentials will be a different sale price.”

Contract & health guarantee

Debi 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 Debi 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 Debi 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
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • 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 Debi.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Idaho

5036 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Sacramento

5602 miles away

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More about Debi

  • Club memberships

    Debi is a member of American Shetland Sheepdog Association.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Associate Dog Trainer, AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Debi has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Debi was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

Debi is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Tristar 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Tristar 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 Dysplasia (Preliminary)

    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.

  • Animal Genetics Panel, DNA Profile, Dermatomyositis

    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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