Leah Shoemaker

Leah Shoemaker is a Border collie breeder in Elsmere, Nebraska, in the Nebraska plains near Omaha, offering carefully selected pups from a small, family-run program focused on working line integrity and temperament. With over fifteen years of experience, she follows recognized breed standards and employs comprehensive health screening for hips, eyes and genetic markers associated with collie common disorders before pairing any breeding individuals.

Puppies are socialized daily in a home environment alongside children and household pets, enjoying supervised outdoor play on spacious pastures where they learn early commands and build confidence through gentle guidance. Her approach balances natural herding exercises with positive reinforcement techniques, reflecting her belief that Border collies thrive when given both mental challenges and consistent, affectionate handling from an early age. Each litter benefits from routine veterinary checkups, age-appropriate vaccinations and diet plans tailored by local professionals, ensuring families receive well-adjusted, healthy companions ready to adapt to active lifestyles.