Migalod Border Collies
Hepburn, VIC
Newborn litter
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Hi, I'm Carol W.
Hi there, I'm Carol, I have lived on land my whole life and like to have a litter of quality puppies every few years. My current dog is a registered Border Collie, currently Level 4 obedience, with a litter of four beautiful puppies to home.
Puppies available
Newborn & Planned Litters
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- Breeding & Welfare
- Health Practices
- Home Environment
- Documentation
- Feeding
- Physical Condition
Our Breeding Practices
Behaviour and socialisation
My Puppies are born and raised in my large kitchen/eating area. At three weeks of age they are introduced to the outside world of grass, sunshine and encouraged to play for limited times. They are exposed to all the noises and happenings that go on around them in their inside and outside environments. They are…
Health
The puppies were all vet checked within 24 hours of the birth for general health, cleft palate, heart murmers, deformities etc. All passed with flying colours. Sassy (their mum) is fed on a high protein diet as a mixture of my own prepared wet food (incorporating rice, pasta, fruit, vegetables, sardines and human…
Home environment
Raised in my home, the puppies are gradually introduced to outdoors for play and adventure. As I live on acres, the puppies are not exposed to other dogs which may infect them. I start toilet training inside and outside from about 5 weeks.
Included with our puppies
Puppies will be sent to their new homes with blankets (for smell of mum and litter mates),. food pack of food they are used to, toilet mat. As these are pedigreed puppies they will be registered with the ANKC and pedigrees will be available (this may take a couple of weeks after you pick up your puppy). A…
Health Tests
Core Tests(3/3)
Migalod Border Collies conducts 3 out of 3 core health tests which RightPaw believe are most important to conduct for the Border Collie.
CEA
Genetic Test
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), also known as ‘Choroidal Hypoplasia’ (CH), is a genetic disease…
Hip Dysplasia
Physical Test
These breeders have had x-rays taken on their breeding dogs to assess their ‘hip score’. Dogs with…
PLL
Genetic Test
Primary Lens Luxation (PLL) is a genetic cause of blindness found in dogs, particularly affecting…
Additional Tests
Migalod Border Collies conducts 13 additional tests available for the Border Collie.
Genetic Test
This a genetic cause of cobalamin malabsorption found in Border Collies. Affected dogs cannot absorb Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) from the gut and therefore experience a range of gastrointestinal disease. There is a DNA test available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this condition.
Genetic Test
This condition mainly affects Newfoundlands although other breeds can be affected. It is a genetic condition which results in the production of kidney and bladder stones. There is a DNA test available to confirm that breeding dogs are not carrying this condition.
Genetic Test
This is a disease affecting the spinal cord of older dogs, initially causing wobbliness and eventually hindlimb paralysis. It can affect a wide range of breeds. There is now a DNA test that can indicated if a breeding dog is carrying this disease.
Physical Test
These breeders have had x-rays taken on their breeding dogs to assess the quality of their elbow joints. Dogs with very low ‘elbow scores’ are less likely to develop elbow problems in the future and less likely to pass hereditary elbow problems on to their puppies.
Physical Test
An eye certificate means the breeder has had their breeding dogs examined by a veterinary ophthalmologist, to confirm they are not affected by any eye conditions which may be passed down genetically to their puppies. If relevant for the breed, it also includes running DNA tests to confirm the dog is not a genetic carrier of hereditary eye diseases, such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA). It includes breeders who have participated in the Australian Canine Eye Scheme (ACES).
Genetic Test
Goniodysgenesis is a genetic cause of ‘glaucoma’, or increased pressure in the eye. Untreated glaucoma can result in eye pain and blindness. There is a DNA test available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this genetic cause of glaucoma.
Genetic Test
The MDR-1 gene (Multi-drug Resistance Gene 1) is responsible for producing proteins that protect the brain from harmful chemicals. Some breeds have a mutation in this gene resulting in them being dangerously sensitive to certain chemicals and drugs. It is recommended to test these breeding dogs for the MDR-1 mutation, so they do not pass on the sensitivity to their puppies.
Genetic Test
Myotonia Hereditaria/Congenita is a genetic disease that causes muscle problems resulting in a stiff gait and difficulty swallowing. There is a DNA test available to identify whether a breeding dog might be carrying this condition.
Genetic Test
Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (NCL) is a neurodegenerative disorder found in many breeds of dog. 7 varieties have been identified so far, affecting different breeds. There are DNA tests for each type, to identify whether a breeding dog might be carrying this condition.
Genetic Test
Raine Syndrome, or Canine Dental Hypomineralisation, is a genetic disorder found in Border Collies, that causes their teeth to wear down abnormally fast. There is a DNA test available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this condition.
Genetic Test
Sensory Neuropathy is a serious genetic disease causing progressive neurological degeneration. Affected dogs develop difficulty with basic activities such as walking and swallowing and will eventually require euthanasia. There is a DNA test available to identify if a breeding dog is carrying this disease.
Genetic Test
Trapped Neutrophil Syndrome (TNS) is a genetic disease affecting Border Collies. It results in the dog’s white blood cells not being released from the bone marrow properly, meaning they cannot fight off infections. There is a DNA test available to identify whether a breeding dog is carrying this condition.
Genetic Test
Von Willebrand’s Disease (VWD/vWD) is a genetic bleeding disorder caused by a lack of a specific clotting factor. There are three forms of the disease, types 1, 2 & 3. A DNA test is available for each type of VWD to identify whether a breeding dog is a carrier or might be affected. The severity of VWD varies widely between breeds and individuals, ranging from life threatening, through to having no impact on clotting ability.
Transportation options
Migalod Border Collies will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:
Getting your puppy home
Migalod Border Collies supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.
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About the Breeder
A little about us
Hi there, Even though I bred my first litter of puppies (pedigreed German Shepherd puppies) in 1975, this current litter of beautiful Border Collies is only my 6th litter of puppies. I definitely believe in quality not quantity. It is important to me that I breed healthy, correct puppies with beautiful temperaments.…
Why we got involved in breeding
The litters I have bred are usually because people have approached me for a puppy from my bitches. My first Border Collie was an amazing working girl who managed 350 cows and 8 bulls on our 1000 acre property. She had 2 litters and all pups were sold before they arrived. Not only is breeding rewarding from a genetic…
Our special touch
My puppies are born in my kitchen area and live there with me until they go to their new homes. They are part of my family and come outside to play when I am in my garden. They are well socialised with family (especially with my grandchildren!!) and friends who love to come for some puppy time.
Credentials
State registration
RB220977
Association
Dogs Victoria (ANKC)
Association number
3100060622
Prefix
Migalod
Breeding since
1975
A$2,000 - A$3,000