Nine Peaks Farm cabin under the Blue Ridge mountains
Family Ranch · Ellijay, GA

Welcome to Nine Peaks Farm

Breeding Border Collies for Excellence, Health, and Temperament

Recent Litters

Our latest puppies have all found their families

Every puppy is raised on the ranch with daily handling, early socialization, and a peaceful start beside mama in a safe whelping facility. The litters below are a look at what our program produces — and a good idea of what is to come.

Litter One

Jewels × Ridge

This UKC litter has all found homes. Congratulations to their families. Ask about a future litter if you would like to be on the list.

All placed
Jewels and Ridge, parents of the first litter
Litter Two

River × Cherokee

Purebred Border Collies born on Nine Peaks Farm. AKC litter registration. Soft red merle coloring and devoted temperaments — and now every puppy in this litter has a family.

All adopted
Cherokee and River, parents of the second litter
Biscuit, red merle puppy Adopted

Biscuit

Sex: Male
Coat: Red Merle
Registry: AKC
Status: Adopted

Soft copper markings and a gentle expression. A little soul who wants to be close to his people — sweet, calm, and growing strong beside his siblings.

Adopted
Bacon, red merle puppy Adopted

Bacon

Sex: Male
Coat: Red Merle
Registry: AKC
Status: Adopted

Warm copper tones and a face that melts hearts. Already showing a sweet, curious spirit — sure to bring laughter and love to his new home.

Adopted
Banjo, red merle puppy Adopted

Banjo

Sex: Male
Coat: Red Merle
Registry: AKC
Status: Adopted

A handsome red merle with a clean, striking coat and that keen Border Collie expression. Smart, capable, and stunning.

Adopted
Barney, red merle puppy Adopted

Barney

Sex: Male
Coat: Red Merle
Registry: AKC
Status: Adopted

Sweet and sturdy, with a look of pure innocence. Currently a professional napper and snuggler — a devoted boy to grow up with a family.

Adopted
Buttercup, red merle Border Collie puppy Adopted

Buttercup

Sex: Female
Coat: Red Merle
Registry: AKC
Status: Adopted

A sweet red merle girl with soft copper markings, a gentle face, and a loving temperament. She is now settled with her family, where her devotion is much appreciated.

Adopted

Adopted from this litter: Biscuit, Bacon, Banjo, Barney, Blossom, Buttercup, and Bambi — congratulations to all of their families.

Looking ahead

A new litter is always on the way

We raise only a handful of puppies at a time, and they go quickly. We are not expecting another litter this year, so now is the perfect time to join the list: we will reach out the moment the next litter is confirmed.

Puppies go home with

We send every puppy out ready for a confident start — papers, health records, comfort from the litter, and the basics for the first days at home.

Puppy packet

A complete welcome folder for the first weeks at home.

Wisdom Panel DNA

DNA testing so you know the health and heritage behind your pup.

Vaccination record

Up-to-date shots and a clear record for your veterinarian.

Blankets & litter scent

Familiar smells from mama and siblings to ease the first nights.

Treats & starter food

A taste of what they already know, so mealtime stays easy.

Puppy care sheet

Our ranch notes on feeding, routines, and settling in.

Registration

UKC or AKC papers, matching the litter.

Leash

A starter leash so the first walks can begin right away.

The Foundation

Breeding Parents

Our program is built on sound minds, proven instinct, and dogs we are proud to live with every day.

Jewels
Dam

Jewels

UKC registered blue merle, about 40 pounds, one copy of the merle gene. DNA tested and clear of 30 genetic conditions common in the breed. Exceptionally sweet, people-oriented, and easy in the pack. Strong natural instinct with cattle and livestock, calm protective awareness, and a temperament that is as gentle at home as it is driven at work.

NPF JEWELS Blue Merle · Rough UKC DNA health tested Vaccinated
Ridge
Sire

Ridge

AKC and UKC registered. A 45-pound rough-coated tricolor with outstanding temperament and strong natural ability. DNA tested and cleared for 30 genetic diseases; zero copies of the merle gene. Excellent herding instincts, highly socialized, wonderful with people and children, and our friendly ambassador at work. Loves activity, belly rubs, and any water he can find.

BBC RIDGE OF NINE PEAKS FARM Tri-Color · Rough AKC · UKC DNA + OFA prelim Vaccinated
River
Dam

River

The sweetest girl — loyal, affectionate, attentive, and alert, with amazing herding instinct. She is social with every dog on the farm and at the office. Gentle even with pups, and just as happy bringing in cattle as she is lying upside down in a lap. AKC registered, zero merle genetics, and DNA clear for more than 20 diseases common in Border Collies.

BBC RIVER OF NINE PEAKS FARMS Red & White · Rough AKC 0 merle copies DNA health tested
Cherokee
Sire

Cherokee

A fun, energetic, affectionate boy — intelligent and eager to please, with a beautiful coat and disposition. AKC, UKC, and ABCA registered. A handsome red merle whose offspring carry his brightness and heart.

NPP CHEROKEE Red Merle · Rough AKC · UKC · ABCA DNA + OFA prelim Vaccinated
Where they grow up

Life on the Farm

See the farmhouse, the mountain view, and how our adult dogs live as family on the ranch in Ellijay.

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Our Story

About Us

Welcome to Nine Peaks Farm. We are a family-run ranch in Ellijay, Georgia, where the animals come first and the land is the backdrop for a life well lived. The farm is a symphony of happy sounds — the chatter of chickens, the gentle lowing of cows, and the energetic barks of our favorite four-legged friends.

Our heart beats for our dogs. Every animal here is a member of the family. We believe in “enrichment through action,” which is why our dogs have miles of land to explore and plenty of mental challenges to keep them happy and healthy.

The most rewarding part of our work is watching puppies grow. Mothers and newborns begin in a safe whelping facility, with quiet space to bond. From there they grow up underfoot with the family, so they leave us social, confident, and ready for their forever homes.

When you bring a puppy from Nine Peaks Farm into your life, you are getting a piece of our heart.

Training Border Collies at Nine Peaks Farm Border Collie puppies in a Radio Flyer wagon Mountain view from the Nine Peaks Farm deck in Ellijay, Georgia
Good to know

Frequently asked questions

The short answers to what most families ask us. For anything else, the contact form below is the fastest way to reach the farm.

What do puppies go home with?

A puppy packet, Wisdom Panel DNA test results, an up-to-date vaccination record, a blanket and litter scent, treats and starter food, a care sheet, AKC or UKC registration, and a starter leash. Every puppy leaves ready for a confident first week.

How are the puppies raised?

Mothers and newborns begin in a safe whelping facility beside mama, then puppies grow up underfoot with the family, not in kennel runs. Every day includes handling and early socialization, and the adult dogs live in the home, on the porch, and out roaming the expansive farm.

Are the parents health tested?

Yes. All four breeding dogs are DNA tested and clear for the genetic conditions common to the breed, and Ridge and Cherokee have also completed OFA prelims.

How does the future litter list work?

Join the list with the form above. When the next litter is confirmed, we reach out with photos, dates, and next steps. Joining the list is free and carries no obligation.

How do I get my puppy home?

We encourage in person pick up in Ellijay, GA, and we gladly arrange meet and greets with the puppy for families in the Ellijay area. We do not currently work with any carriers.

What should we expect to pay?

Our puppies are offered in the $1,500–$2,500 range, registered AKC or UKC, with everything included. A deposit secures a puppy once a litter is confirmed, and we share details when the next litter opens.

We would love to hear from you

Contact Us

Questions about a puppy, a future litter, or our Duroc program — send a note. For more photos, videos, and litter updates, visit our Good Dog page.

Reach the farm

Email
[email protected]

Website
ninepeaksfarm.org

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More photos, videos, litter updates, and owner stories.

Location
Ellijay, Georgia · Blue Ridge Mountains

Also raising NSR registered Red Duroc hogs — reservations open for March–April 2027 processing.

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