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Whipple Farms
- Hopedale , OH
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Meet the breeder
I'm Michelle W., the breeder behind Whipple Farms located in Hopedale , OH. My pups are sold with limited registration unless otherwise negotiated. I breed healthy, solid, well-rounded dogs and place them each into loving homes that will care for them in ways that will give them the best life possible.
Q. & A. with Michelle
Why did you start breeding?
I wanted to put my passion towards bettering the breed.What makes your program special?
My program is special because of the experience I have gained over the years being involved with animals. I know what it takes to breed a healthy dog and I am willing to put in all the hard work!Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Opal
Went homeFemale
Jasper
Went homeMale
Garnet
Went homeFemale
Amber
Went homeFemale
Violet
Went homeFemale
Emerald
Went homeFemale
Willow
Went homeFemale
Henry
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Michelle
Michelle 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 $200 refundable deposit and between $1,300 - $14,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Puppy prices start at $1200 at pick-up age of 8-10 weeks. Pups that stay after that age begin more training, working first and foremost on attaining a CGC title and begin the path to becoming a possible service dog. All pups are the same price unless otherwise negotiated. Pups are placed on a temperament compatibility basis. Pups are started in proper human interactions. Older pups will have better manners.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michelle 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 Michelle 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 Michelle 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
- 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
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michelle.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Hopedale , OH
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Akron-Canton Airport
Meet in Detroit, MI
More about Michelle
Certifications & recognitions
Professional Groomer, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Michelle has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years
Michelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Michelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Whipple 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
Litter and program updates
Michelle W.
Litter update on 18 Sept. •Henry!!
Whiskey and Ezra's litter
Parent dogs
Ezra, mom
Border Collie
About Ezra
Ezra is a very human focused girl that has a great, ‘anything for you’ demeanor. She is a laid back gal that is perfect for therapy or service work. She tends to pass this. She is not likely to produce a herding champion, but she produces excellent companions and service types.
Whiskey, dad
Border Collie
About Whiskey
Whiskey is a sweet, energetic and extremely devoted guy, that we bred just this once before neutering him. We felt he was too short in the back.
Ruby, mom
Border Collie
About Ruby
Ruby is a gorgeous, competitive gal with devotion like no other! She produces gorgeous, serious agility competitors, as well as service minded babies. Ruby has been fully health tested and is clear, and has had good x-rays!
Jerry, dad
Border Collie
About Jerry
Jerry is an amazing boy! He has the highest drive to please his human of any dog I’ve come across in my 40+ year career with dogs. His smaller structure adds lightness to bone, but retains sturdiness. He consistently passes his lovely head and frame. Jerry finished his GCH title in just 12 weeks! A beautiful example of the border collie, just see what he produces! We have donated 12 of his offspring to date to veterans in need of ptsd service dogs! This boy is an incredible blessing to us! Jerry has been fully health tested and has good and clear OFA x-rays!
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Whipple 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 Border Collies.
Animal Genetics 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).
