Migalod Border Collies
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Carol W
Carol W

Migalod Border Collies

LocationHepburn, VIC

Newborn litter

Pups ready to go home now
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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

Vet Approved Criteria

Member since May 2023

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  • Breeding & Welfare
  • Health Practices
  • Home Environment
  • Documentation
  • Feeding
  • Physical Condition

Our Breeding Practices

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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…

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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…

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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.

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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

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Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), also known as ‘Choroidal Hypoplasia’ (CH), is a genetic disease…

CEA

Hip Dysplasia

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These breeders have had x-rays taken on their breeding dogs to assess their ‘hip score’. Dogs with…

Hip Dysplasia

PLL

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Primary Lens Luxation (PLL) is a genetic cause of blindness found in dogs, particularly affecting…

PLL

Additional Tests

Migalod Border Collies conducts 13 additional tests available for the Border Collie.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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).

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Australia States

Transportation options

Australia States

Migalod Border Collies will send their puppies to the following states for their new families:

VIC
NSW
SA

Getting your puppy home

Migalod Border Collies supports the following options for getting your new puppy home safely.

In person puppy pick up
Meet the breeder in person for puppy pick ups
Ground transport service
Supportive of on-the-road pet transport by car or van

Badges of Recognition

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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

Applying for a puppy

Apply for a puppy by answering a few questions so Carol can get to know you.
A$2,000 - A$3,000

A beautiful well bred pedigreed ANKC registered puppy. Feed starter pack and guide, litter blanket, toilet training pad. Advice on all things Border Collie to help your puppy thrive and to help you understand his/her needs, behaviours etc Always available for help or advice as your puppy grows.

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A$2,000 - A$3,000