Kyrie Shetland Sheepdogs

Kyrie Shetland Sheepdogs is a Shetland sheepdog breeder in La Porte City, IA, in Black Hawk County near Cedar Rapids. It follows American Kennel Club standards and conducts regular health testing for hip, eye, and thyroid conditions. Puppies are raised in the family home where they benefit from early socialization, gentle handling, and supervised playtime in a secure yard.

Owner Tracy Gensler brings years of experience in conformation showing and maintains detailed records of lineage and temperament evaluations. Families often note the breeder’s attentive communication and willingness to share care guides for training, nutrition, and enrichment ideas. Their commitment to transparent breeding practices includes providing health clearances to prospective owners and scheduling regular follow-up checks. This careful approach helps produce well-adjusted Shetland sheepdogs suited to both active households and therapy work.