Our Dogs
Our Sires
The males behind the Cloverdale line — health-tested, titled, and chosen for the qualities they bring to every litter.
Blue Merle
River
Cloverdale's River Runs Deep
DOB
March 2021
Weight
52 lbs
Height
21 inches at the shoulder
River is the calm, steady heart of our program. He brings exceptional structure, a soft and biddable temperament, and that unmistakable blue merle coat that turns heads on every walk. His puppies consistently inherit his gentle confidence and love of people.
Titles
Health Clearances
- OFA Hips: Good
- OFA Elbows: Normal
- CAER Eyes: Clear
- MDR1: Normal/Normal
- HSF4: Clear
Personality
River is the dog who greets every visitor with a slow wag and a lean into your leg. He's never met a stranger, never met a child he didn't adore, and has an uncanny ability to read the energy in a room. Off-leash, he's focused and responsive. On the couch, he's a 52-pound lap dog.
Breeding Goals
We use River to bring structure, correct angulation, and a reliably soft temperament to our litters. His MDR1 Normal/Normal status means all of his offspring are at minimum carriers — never affected.
Litter History
Spring 2025 (River × Sage)
4 puppies — 2 blue merle, 2 black tri. All placed in family homes.
Spring 2026 (River × Sage)
Expected April 2026. Waitlist open.
Interested in a puppy from River?
River is currently paired with Sage for our Spring 2026 litter. Join the waitlist to be considered.