Xanadu Shelties

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Jennifer N.

Breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs

  • Littleton, CO ·
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Meet the breeder

I'm Jennifer N., the breeder behind Xanadu Shelties located in Littleton, CO. Our goal is to produce healthy and beautiful shelties who look like shelties and can do the job they were bred to do. All our dogs compete in Conformation, Herding and Agility some also compete in Obedience.

Q. & A. with Jennifer

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Years ago I was at an obedience trial when I saw the lovely CH/OTCH Merrily Steely Dan float across the ring. I set my sights then on showing and breeding dogs. Thought about quitting more then once but it is in my blood.

  • What makes your program special?

    We are small, all our puppies are socialized one by one and our adults have almost an acre to run. All our dogs attend training classes and herding lessons regularly. I am truly looking for the all around dog.

  • 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 Jennifer

Jennifer 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.

Jennifer partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.

“First buyer is screened and if nearby allowed to meet the litter. If I think I have a puppy available who meets their needs I will discuss with them. My dogs are high energy working and show dogs so people who want to show, participate in dog sports or have active homes are the best fits.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $100 refundable deposit and between $1,100 - $1,900 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“All puppys come microchipped, wormed, vet check and with there first vaccines.”

Contract & health guarantee

Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 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
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Littleton, CO

5051 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Denver Airport

5026 miles away

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More about Jennifer

  • Club memberships

    Jennifer is a member of Centennial Shetland Sheepdog Club.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Jennifer has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

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

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Jennifer is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Xanadu 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Xanadu 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 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.

  • OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, 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).

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.