Winterfell Shetland Sheepdogs
Meet the breeder
I'm Tabitha H., the breeder behind Winterfell Shetland Sheepdogs located in Augusta, GA. Our dogs and pups are raised in our home and are loved as family. We strive to produce high-quality show prospects and companions. We are responsible breeders who are passionate about our dogs. They’re central to our lives, and we are proud of their accomplishments. We enjoy participating in conformation events and staying involved in the breed.
Q. & A. with Tabitha
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include sable merle and white, black and white, blue merle white and tan, blue merle and white, black white and tan, sable and white, and 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.
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2-smaller boy
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Tabitha
Tabitha 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All of our puppies are the same proce regardless of color or size. They come with AKC registration paper and a microchips, first vaccines, heartworm medication and more.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tabitha 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 Tabitha 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 Tabitha 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
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 Tabitha.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Augusta, GA
463 miles away
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More about Tabitha
Club memberships
Tabitha is a member of Shetland Sheepdog Club of Georgia and American Shetland Sheepdog Association.
Certifications & recognitions
Royal Canin Crown Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Tabitha has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Tabitha was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Tabitha’s links
Tabitha is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Winterfell Shetland Sheepdogs 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
Mackenzie, mom
Shetland Sheepdog
About Mackenzie
Mackenzie is a female Shetland Sheepdog over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tabitha decided to make her part of their program. Tabitha has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Sansa, mom
Shetland Sheepdog
About Sansa
Sansa is a female Shetland Sheepdog almost 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tabitha decided to make her part of their program. Tabitha has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Winterfell Shetland Sheepdogs 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.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
