ABOUT: US
Founded in 2018, kennel Mionlach is the passion project of Stefania Y. and her husband Massimo X., who have dedicated themselves to breeding exceptional working and sporting dogs.
Originally focused on the Border Collie, the kennel expanded in 2025 to include the Lagorai Shepherd, embracing a new chapter while maintaining the same dedication to quality and purpose-driven breeding.
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Located in Italy, nestled in the rolling hills between the mountains and the sea, our kennel provides the perfect environment for raising well-balanced, socialized, and highly capable dogs.
Surrounded by nature, our dogs grow up in a setting that encourages both physical and mental development.
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At kennel Mionlach, every puppy is carefully bred and raised to excel in herding, dog sports, or as active companions.
Whether you’re looking for a competitive sport dog or a loyal working partner, our breeding program is built on sound genetics, health, and temperament to ensure lifelong success.
ABOUT: LAGORAI SHEPHERDS
The "Pastore della Lessinia e del Lagorai", shorten as "Lagorai Shepherd", is a rare Italian herding breed from the Lessinia and Lagorai mountains.
Traditionally used for livestock management, it is independent, resilient, and highly adaptable.
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Medium to large in size, with a muscular build and thick, weather-resistant coat, this breed is built for tough working conditions.
Known for its exceptional jumping ability, it moves with power and precision, making it highly skilled in navigating rough terrain.
It also loves water and enjoys swimming, adding to its versatility as a working and sporting dog.
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Intelligent and driven, the Pastore della Lessinia e del Lagorai excels in herding, and dog sports, forming strong bonds with its handler while maintaining its natural working instincts.
ABOUT: BORDER COLLIES
The "Border Collie" is a highly intelligent and energetic herding breed from the border regions of Scotland and England.
Bred for livestock work, they are known for their exceptional focus, agility, and problem-solving skills.
Medium-sized and athletic, they have a smooth or rough coat in various colors, with black-and-white being the most common.
These dogs thrive in herding, agility, flyball, and obedience, requiring mental and physical stimulation to stay happy.
Their loyal and eager-to-learn nature makes them ideal for active and dedicated owners.