Southview Border Collies

08/20/2026

08/20/2026

Through absolutely no fault of his own this beauty will be coming back. Please please please, do your research BEFORE adopting a Border Collie. They are not for everyone.

08/06/2026

When people ask about the cost of my puppies, I often try to explain this actually hits it right on. My price had been the same for years and is actually below average. So for the people who say we do it just for the money they couldn't be more wrong.

A well-bred purebred Border Collie costs more than just the purchase price because responsible breeders invest heavily in the health, temperament, and long-term quality of their dogs.

Here's what goes into the cost:

Health testing – Breeding dogs are screened for inherited conditions such as hip dysplasia, and DNA-tested for genetic disorders common in Border Collies. These tests can cost thousands of dollars.

Quality breeding stock – Proven breeding dogs with excellent health, temperament, and working or sport pedigrees are expensive to purchase and maintain.

Prenatal and veterinary care – Pregnancy checkups, ultrasounds, emergency care if needed, and whelping supplies all add significant expense.

Raising the litter – Puppies receive high-quality food, deworming, vaccinations, microchips (if provided), veterinary examinations, and registration paperwork.

Early socialization – Good breeders spend weeks handling, exposing, and training puppies so they develop into confident companions.

Registration and guarantees – Registration, health records, contracts, and breeder support after the puppy goes home are all part of the cost.

Small or unsuccessful litters – Not every breeding results in a large, healthy litter, so breeders often absorb substantial costs.

In Ontario, a well-bred, health-tested purebred Border Collie typically costs about CAD $2,000–$3,500, with exceptional working or sport bloodlines sometimes priced even higher.

A much lower price (for example, under $1,000) often means the breeder may not be performing all recommended health testing or investing the same level of care in the breeding program.

For someone looking for a healthy, well-socialized family companion or performance dog, paying more upfront from a reputable breeder often reduces the risk of expensive health and behavioral problems later.

08/06/2026

THIS!! 🐾❤️

08/06/2026

Truth!! ❤️🐾

08/05/2026

Absolute truth! ❤️🐾

08/05/2026

What do you mean we are going to the vet today
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- All went great perfect bill of health for everyone !

08/02/2026

Totally me! Sorry not sorry!

07/31/2026

An Important Update About Primrose ❤️

Many of you have been asking about Primrose, and we wanted to share her story in hopes that it may help another dog.

Primrose has been diagnosed with Addison's disease (hypoadrenocorticism), a condition that is often called "the great pretender" because it can look like many other illnesses. In Prim's case, her symptoms closely resembled kidney failure.

Addison's disease is uncommon, and because its signs can be vague—vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, weakness, dehydration, poor appetite, and abnormal kidney values—it can easily be overlooked. If your dog is very ill and something doesn't seem right, don't be afraid to advocate for your pet. Ask your veterinarian whether further testing, including testing for Addison's disease, may be appropriate. Early diagnosis and treatment can truly save a dog's life.

We are incredibly grateful to Dr. Erin and the amazing team at Crossroads Veterinary Services for their compassion, dedication, and outstanding care. Their expertise led to Primrose's diagnosis, and we can't thank them enough for giving our sweet girl the care she needed.

Primrose still has a journey ahead of her, but with the right treatment, we're hopeful she'll continue to enjoy a happy, healthy life.

If sharing Primrose's story helps even one family recognize the signs of Addison's disease sooner, then it's worth it.

Addisons disease does not get passed onto puppies through pregnancy, however there will be a genetic marker involved. Addisons affect younger dogs around 3 years of age and older dogs.

With all of this new information and diagnosis Primrose will no longer be a part of our breeding program. She will however, live the rest of her life herding sheep and being Kevs sidekick on the farm. ♥️