Reputable OES breeders in the UK?

My wife and I both grew up with dogs, and, now that we're married and on our own, we hope to add an OES to our family in early 2009. However, we have been surprised by how difficult it is to find reputable OES breeders. There are many *retired* OES breeders in the UK who have websites and links from OES clubs, but not a lot of active breeders listed. We have also emailed the secretaries of the major UK OES clubs for advise but only one replied.

We have found several websites with OES puppies for sale; however, some of the people advertising here appear to care little about breeding healthy dogs, nor finding them good homes. I hate to say it but some of the advertisers on puppy sites appear inexperienced if not mercantile.

The best option that I have found so far are the breeder listings from the Kennel Club website.

Can anyone else recommend reputable OES breeders in the UK (preferably in Northern / Central England)? Or else, other ways to locate reputable breeders?

Thanks for your time and concern,

Kevin
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There are a number of folks from UK on here I am sure someone will help you. We got Summer from near Birmingham but she was home bred, if you get my meaning not fantastic pedigree....but we love her
Both of our sheepies came from a wonderful breeder in Essex. She is listed on the Kennel Club website as being an accredited breeder and we are more than pleased with the help and advice we have received from her, and our dogs are both fantastic. If you would like her details, please PM me and I will gladly share them

Good luck in your search!
Hi Kevin welcome to the Forum. :D Here is a link to OES Clubs in the UK

This link also lists some breeders as well.

Another way is if you can to touch base with accredited breeders is to visit occassionally dog shows around your area and approach and speak to exhibitors at the shows, as you explore that way as well you can usually find some sort of contact or referal to a breeder.

Best wishes with it all. :D
http://www.kennels.co.uk/Pastoral/OldEn ... eepdog.htm
Thank you all for your warm welcomes and responses. We will definitely keep our eyes open for upcoming OES shows in our area.

Daisymog - I sent you a PM. :)
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