Testimonials from our Border Collie Customers

Testimonial by Kathy Dynge Klamath Falls, OR	"Our family is thrilled with Jett. She is everything we had hoped for. She's not only a beautiful dog, she has the brains to match. I cannot imagine our home without her. The Johnson's did a fantastic job on socializing her. My emails were answered promptly and it was obvious these pups were lovingly raised. Jett has always shown an interest in working stock. She's very bold about moving them and shows no fear, even when facing a big ewe. She will bite on command if needed. Recently we held a beginner stock dog clinic. Jett hadn't worked for several months but picked up right where she had left off. I would recommend any puppies that the Johnsons have bred."
Testimonial by Leandro Boldrini Parana, Brazil	"When I decided to buy a stud dog prospect from the USA, I was looking for a solid, full cattle-bloodline dog. I was not looking for a litter from champion show dogs, rather I was looking for a litter from a farm working sire and dam. When I found the Johnson family and looked at the lines from the sire and dam's pedigrees, I said, "This is what I'm looking for," and I made contact with Angie Johnson. This was a new experience for me, and I think for the Johnson family too, because the dog had to be shipped by airplane from the USA to the other side of the America and then to Brazil. But everything went OK, and I am here with one of the greatest dogs I have ever seen in my life. The socializing process done by the Johnson's was great. Roy has an excellent temperament, excellent bones, and a fantastic cow sense. I'm sure Roy will be one of the greatest border collie sire's in Brazil."
Testimonial by Jim and Georgia VanWinkle Condon, OR	"We bought a female red and white border collie from Double J Border Collies and were very pleased with her. She was a very quick learner and paid attention. We have never seen a more loyal dog and one that aimed to please. She was aggressive with cattle in that she worked not just one cow but the whole herd in moving back and forth and not intimidating them. She focused on the herd not just one calf or cow. We would recommend the Double J for finding you the "best fit" for a working dog on your operation. We would not hesitate to use them again."
Testimonial by M.T. Anderson Izee, OR	"I manage a commercial cow/calf operation and own High Desert Cattle Company, which is a purebred and commercial cow/calf operation. We have always used dogs as a means of working and handling our livestock. We run in big mountain country and arid high desert in Eastern Oregon. In 2007 I purchased Double J Rossi from Double J Border Collies. I selected this puppy simply for the fact that he was red/white, short haired, and appeared that he was going to be prick eared. I've had lots of dogs over the years, most of which were border collie influenced. I've never had one like "Ross". This dog wanted to work from the day I picked him up. As he matured and grew I was shocked at how big he got. Ross is a very big border collie, with a huge handsome head. He's very powerful jawed. As I started to work Ross I wondered if that would translate to power when he got ahold of a cow. Wow! Ross bites hard. On baby calves he only does the minimum neccessary to make them see it his way. However, on yearlings and bigger stuff he brings the heat. Ross will be four this year, and he is a very broke dog. He is absolutely a pleasure to be around on and off the job. My three young children love on him all the time and he reciprocates willingly. Ross has as much feel for cattle as any dog I have ever owned. You put this with his speed and athleticism, and he is absolutely outstanding. I might add that he has lots of range. It's not a big deal to send him 1/4-1/2 mile to fetch cattle. Double J Border Collies will definitely have a repeat customer with me. Their dogs are outstanding. Thanks Clay." (Note: "Ross is littermate to Jeff Blake's Klepto and Leandro Boldrini's "Roy")
Testimonial by Jef Blake Auburn, WA	"It took exactly 2 days for Klepto to completely steal our hearts. He’s a sweet little boy that gets along with everyone, dog or human. While he is perfectly happy to snuggle up with us in the house and doesn’t get wound up watching exciting things, he loves to go to work for daddy. I look forward to every time I get to work with him because he will always make me laugh no matter how I feel at the time." (Check this video* of Klepto at his second National Finals. More footage of Klepto can be found at Jef's YouTube Channel)*
Testimonial by Justine Davenport Edmonton, Alberta, Canada	"Summit has been the perfect dog from the day I brought him home. The first chance I got to interact with him was in the airport parking lot after a 3 hour flight home to Canada, he launched himself out of the kennel and began tugging wildly on his leash as the planes were flying above. It has been that easy from day one, the Johnson's must have done a wonderful job socializing the pups as Summit is yet to meet a person or dog that he does not love. He is extremely focussed and driven even from a pup yet he is so level headed when away from work. He goes everywhere with me, flying across the country or driving to work and back everyday, he is perfectly content to sit beside me and wait for whatever comes next. Summit is a joy to be around and way too much fun to work with, I can't imagine life without him. And did I mention he is on of the best looking dogs out there?!?!" Check out this video* of Summit training at 7 months old. Here is another video taken at one of his trials as a two year old.*
Testimonial by Caryn Nicolosi Melba, ID	"I am so sorry to hear about Rocky Sr. If it is any consolation Rocky Jr. is a ball of fire! We love him sooo... much! The stories I could tell you. He is full of personality. There isn't a day that goes by that he doesn't bring joy to our family by his crazy antics. He started locking on to fast moving objects around the end of October I could see him waking up. Then I brought sheep home the first of November and it was all we could do to keep him out of the pen! He definitely has work! Jeff started roping again and has been taking him to the arena in Homedale. Rocky will be going to the trainer as soon as he is old enough. Thanks for the awesome, awesome dog."
Testimonial by Debbie Dilatush Jamul, CA	"It is a wonderful experience welcoming a Double J Border Collie into our home! Race is so quick to catch onto anything new that I throw at him. He's also absolutely fearless! We've had two equipment malfunctions (agility equipment). I've had a Pause table completely collapse under Race as I sent him to a down. He rode the table to the ground and stayed in the down position, giving me this puzzled look like, 'Okay, this is different -- did I do it right???' As I picked up the pieces of the table he kept repositioning himself till I realized that I hadn't released him! What a good boy! The second malfunction was the C-ring broke on the chain that lowers the height of the teeter. When I sent him to the teeter, he held his two on and two off as the teeter fell flat. What a great dog! Neither of these caused him to even flinch. He is such an amazing, fun dog to train. And last but not least, a great hugger and a very sweet boy!"
Testimonial by Alan Dorris Valley Center, CA.	"We were on your web site and saw that you had a litter of pups -- Buck's half sisters and brothers. We almost were tempted to get a third dog. We called to tell you how much we are enjoying Buckley. He is making a great dog. Thank you for sending the papers. Buck's training is going great, he enjoys the herding classes, has a good "get-a-hold". He has good bone, good shoulders, and a super nice temperament. (wants to be a lap dog). He spends the day under my desk, walks on the golf course in the mornings, goes to the roping, learning to bring the cattle up the lane for us. His little head tilt when you are talking to him is his signature that he is saying, 'I am here for you.'"
Testimonial by Chris MacEwing San Diego, CA	"Kegan is nothing less than spectacular. He is a great combination of boundless energy and quietness, he goes to work with me every day and sleeps under my desk and then runs like the wind after work when we go walking on the beach. He is the epitome of intelligent, able to learn almost anything in one or two lessons, so far I've been able to stay ahead of him but I expect any day to see that he has ordered home delivery of Omaha steaks off of the Internet."
Testimonial by Shawn Steadham Tallahassee, FL	"Spree is totally wonderful. She's been the best puppy and I can't imagine not having her around, even though she's only been here 3 months. She's smart as a whip, has a mischievous glint in her eye that means she's always ready for fun, and is just soaking up everything I can think of to teach her. She's been to a couple of agility trials, the first when she was too young to really be around too many of the other dogs. The second was a couple of weeks ago and I was able to take her down to the rings amid all the dogs who were preparing to run. She focused on me, did her sits and downs, and tugged like crazy on her leash - she totally kept her wits about her and didn't go 'bc crazy' at all the excitement and being so close to the other dogs as they ran. Thanks again for such a lovely puppy - I couldn't have gotten a dog that fits with me and my little family of dogs any better than Spree, and it's a testament to how hard you guys work to whelp them and give them those critical first socialization experiences."
Testimonial by Jim Fitzpatrick Lakeview, OR	"We sold our ranch and gave away our Border Collie. We went almost a year with a chihuahua, before we decided that we couldn't live without a Border Collie. Clay Johnson's litter was just what we needed. Maggie is a great addition to our family. She is loving, bright, and our son is having a great time in his 4H dog obedience class. We hope to have her in our family for many years to come. I would recommend a Double J pup to anyone."
Testimonial by Julie LaForge Harrah, WA	"I just wanted to let you know how awesome Lace is. She is great. She has started her directions on goats. She shows a lot of style and instinct."
Testimonial by Rose Baumgartner Edmonton, Alberta, Canada	"I am so pleased that Bristol became my dog. I think fate made it so. He is everything I hoped for in a dog. He loves people and is great with other dogs. He is a dream to play with, always up for game. He is so much fun to play with and of course an extremely fast learner. I love his personality -- when just hanging out he is a goofy, not-so-serious guy but, when it comes to learning, he focuses and learns quickly. He also has a turn-off switch -- when we are relaxing, he is content to chew a bone and lie near us. I can't thank you enough for all the socializing you gave those pups, the result is a very confident, happy and affectionate dog."
Testimonial by Steven Adams Gresham, OR	"Hopper’s a beautiful puppy that steals everyone’s heart the moment they see her. She is very friendly and loves kids. She is great fun to play with and is a very aggressive dog. Hopper has great fun taking on my friend's St. Bernice Mt. dogs, especially all 3 at once. At 6 months she started showing signs of wanting to work and now at 8 months she’s already trying to figure out how to use her natural instincts. I’ll be starting her with a herd dog trainer soon and can’t wait to see how she does. She is very intelligent; she learns most things after one time and is consistently obeying commands with in a week or less. She loves to chase her ball, but it’s obvious that what she really wants is to work. If your looking for a sweet pup or another working dog, I would highly recommend one of their puppies. Hope to have the room soon for another puppy; I would love to get Hopper a sister. They were very prompt at getting back to me and were more than willing to work around my schedule when it cam time to pick her up."