Whitehaven Farm Shelties

Laura W.

Breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs

  • Lake Cumberland Area, KY
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Laura W., the breeder behind Whitehaven Farm Shelties located in Lake Cumberland Area, KY. Our dogs are our beloved companions. We care deeply about this breed and are proud to be responsible breeders. Our hope is to prepare each of our puppies with thoughtful socialization so they have the best foundation to seamlessly transition into their new homes.

Q. & A. with Laura

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Shetland Sheepdogs have been my love and passion from childhood. All throughout or marriage we have had Shelties and they have lived alongside us and our children. So, it was only natural that when we became empty nesters, we wanted to breed Shelties so that other families could have these wonderful dogs to raise up with their family. We seek to place our pups in loving homes, where they will be well engaged in activates and taken to their full potential.

  • What makes your program special?

    At Whitehaven Farm we only breed to improve the breed and produce excellent quality Dogs that can excel in many different areas such as the Show ring, agility and service dogs. We breed to get the best temperament and loving dispositions. Our dog Music is an AKC registered Therapy dog and has performed over 100 visits for Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital and Hospice of Lake Cumberland in her first year of service. She has her Trick Dog Novice, level 2 obedience and is an excellent companion in our home. Our dogs are raised around small children and other animals. They are acclimated to both busy work environments and the farm.

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

    Our puppies include blue merle 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 Laura

Laura 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 $250 deposit and $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes AKC registry, first shots and worming. Refundable when applicable.”

Contract & health guarantee

Laura 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 Laura 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 Laura 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
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Lake Cumberland Area, KY

4463 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet in Columbus, OH

4243 miles away

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More about Laura

  • Laura has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Laura was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Laura’s links

Laura is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Whitehaven Farm 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

Good level

Whitehaven Farm 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 (rDVM, not registered)

    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.

  • Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), DNA Disease Panel, von Willebrand Disease III (vWD III), Dermatomyositis, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

    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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