Hello my name is Arlene I own and breed Border Collies in Canada. I am visiting England in May. I would like to bring home a young adult dog to add to my breeding program. I am in need of some new bloodlines as all my dogs are presently related. I have done some line breeding but we need a virtual out cross to keep the line healthy. All of my dog are from British imports. I have been making some enquires online which is so difficult when you can't see and pat the dog. I would love to buy a 7 week old puppy BUT I don't think this would be practical when I need to know what kind of dog he will be and that his hips, eyes and hearing are normal for breeding purposes, to far to go for a cute pup lots of potential but no guarantee. I want to contact breeders but I don't want to lead anyone on or be a pest. I know three months seems like a long time away but when I don't want to make promises until I see the dog but I don't know how else to do this. I don't want to arrive in England and feel rushed to find a dog.
I also need to know what the breed average score for Border Collies. We don't use this method for hips in Canada so I only know the lower the number the better. What would be a fair price to pay for a young dog?
My dogs are all spoiled family pets first and then we do obedience, agility and lots of flyball and a little herding. Any suggestions or ideals would be much appreciated.

Thanks, looking forward to attending the Birmingham Show in May
Arlene Can-Do Border Collies

If you contact the kennel club they should be able to provide the info on breeders/clubs and thoose with pups/older pups available. Good look in you search.