Health Tests: Clear by parentage for CEA Clear by parentage for CL Clear for TNS BAER Hearing tested Normal Gonioscopy Unafftected Hip Scored 7:5
Merlin is available at stud to approved bitches
Merlin is in partnership with Dave and Kathie Kinton and Josie Large. Bred by Josie Large. Merlin lives at the Kinaway Kennel he joined their clan as a puppy in 2007 and he has fitted in so well with the rest of the Clan there. He loves to play with them all and is the joker in the pack.
He has the sweetest of nature and loves a cuddle.
On the show scene he has done us all proud - 14 first places and 4 best puppy in breed awards, and 2nd in the pastoral group at SKC Championship show.
Top puppy in breed for Border Collie Club of GB on the points system, which is the annual measure of consistency throughout the year. West of England Border Collie Club Puppy of the Year.
Major Wins for Merin:
14 First places as a Puppy including Pastoral Puppy Group 2 Top Puppy of the Year 2007 and 8th place in Top Dog of the year whilst still a puppy. West of England BCC Top Puppy of the Year 2007 Best Puppy in Show Border Collie Club of G.B.
J.W. gained at 10 months Reserve C.C.
41 places as an adult at Championship shows including 20 first places.
West of England Dog of the Year 2008
Sire of 3 litters all doing well in their chosen activities – including show, obedience, agility, HTM, and working sheep.