Windsong Shelties

Vickie W.

Breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs

  • Yavapai County, AZ
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Meet the breeder

I'm Vickie W., the breeder behind Windsong Shelties located in Yavapai County, AZ. I produce pups that will continue to excel in their chosen field, whether that be working, showing, or as an active companion. I breed to the Shelties standards, and it is my goal to better the breed. I have high expectations for my puppies and make sure to place each one with an enriching and loving family that will match their temperament and personality!

Q. & A. with Vickie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I have been breeding for over 30 years which has given me much experience, practice, and knowledge on the breed. It is important to me that I not only continue my own phenomenal bloodlines, but that I am improving this breed with each litter and ensuring the well-being of these dogs for generations more to come.

  • What makes your program special?

    I do not breed my dogs unless they are health and genetically tested. I am dedicated to always having responsible policies when it comes to breeding, socializing, and training my pups. I love what I do and truly want the very best for my puppies and their forever families.

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

    Our puppies are white and sable. 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 Vickie

Vickie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Vickie partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $3,000 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

Contract & health guarantee

Vickie 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 Vickie 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 Vickie 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • 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
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration
      • Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Yavapai County, AZ

More about Vickie

  • Club memberships

    Vickie is a member of American Shetland Sheepdog Association and Mid-Arizona Shetland Sheepdog Club.

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

    Vickie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

Vickie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Windsong 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

Windsong 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 (Preliminary), 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.

  • Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Vickie to bring home their puppies.

  • Kris A.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2026

    Vickie is the most thorough, thoughtful, and ethical breeder my family has come across in all our years. My family has had 5 sheltie puppies throughout the years that began with my mother and continued with me. Our last sheltie died 3 years ago and we have been looking for the right breeder ever since. We were so fortunate to find Vickie through Good Dog but weren't aware of her thoroughness and quality until we reserved Sterling and began to receive updates every week. When we met her, wow, blown away. Have never met a breeder like her. Her shelties are bred humanely, health consciously and for the best qualities such as temperament and behavior - not just appearances which is what some breeders only care about. She is conscious about the care of breeding dogs and give them the best love and environment. The puppies lived in an indoor space with the ability to go outside which is amazing. (All five of our former puppies were outdoors.) I can't speak for the other puppies, but so far, Sterling seems to already be house broken bc of this. She cries to go outside to use the potty and hasn't had an accident yet indoors. I'm sure she will in the future bc she is a puppy but so far it's been soooo easy bc of Vickie's puppy environment she created. Vickie was also extremely thorough with sending us off with Sterling. She sat down with us and reviewed absolutely everything with a fine tooth comb and gave us all the time we needed to feel ready to go home. She sent us off with everything we needed to be successful and I am so thankful for her. The world needs more Vickie's. Every breeder should follow her example.

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