Question 1

What are your Australian Shepherds like?

Accepted Answer

You can totally Google Australian Shepherds and find great info, including breed standards from recognized clubs. That said, here’s what my dogs are like. Over time, I’ve learned that different lines can produce noticeably different personalities and traits. All are Aussies—but each breeder’s program reflects their unique values, experiences, and goals. Mine is no exception.

Question 2

What makes your breeding program unique?

Accepted Answer

My focus is people first, so I prioritize temperament above all else. I look for dogs who are:
Cheerful and smart
Calm and focused
Naturally drawn to people
Not overly reactive or sensitive
Agile and playful—but not high-strung
I’ve spent years carefully selecting and following my lines, even keeping puppies from each cross to learn as much as I can for your sake, too.

Question 3

Are your dogs good for emotional support or service roles?

Accepted Answer

While not every trait I breed for is required for service work, many of them overlap. I value dogs who love to be with their people, are calm and observant, and who want to be near you—whether that means learning the sound of your keys or curling up on your bed at night. I’m also exploring ways to reduce excessive alert barking and teach a polite “all done” response.

Question 4

How energetic are your Aussies?

Accepted Answer

I don’t find that my dogs need to “run off energy” to behave well. They play together and enjoy their chews (which they treat like little jobs), but mostly they’re calm and easygoing by nature. We occasionally play a brain game or two, but not daily. They’re happy, grounded, and restful around the house.

Question 5

Are they affectionate?

Accepted Answer

Yes—most of them love a good snuggle. Some will come up to me a few times a day just to look into my eyes as if to say “I love you,” get an ear rub, and then go lay back down. It’s a sweet rhythm we’ve settled into. At lunch time, they often gather round and find a foot or a leg to rest against.

Question 6

What’s their general mood like?

Accepted Answer

Cheerful! My dogs rarely have a grumpy day. The only real exception is when one of the girls is in heat. Otherwise, they’re trotting from here to there with what I’d describe as a genuine smile. They’ve truly changed the tone of our home—for the better.

Question 7

Do you have any unique or interesting aspects to your program?

Accepted Answer

I originally set out to work in the service dog world, but my passion for people—especially children and their mental health—goes way back. I studied child psychology, taught, and have now spent 16 years raising kids of my own.
Amid some difficult life circumstances, I began researching Emotional Support Animals—not just from curiosity, but with a real need to understand their role. That’s when Australian Shepherds entered the picture.
I had adopted an Australian Cattle Dog who was too much for me at the time. When I decided to rehome her, my mom handed me a 3 lb, 12-week-old Australian Shepherd, convinced I’d fall in love. I laughed—“Mom, I’m not a small dog person!” But that pup changed everything. He stayed small (just 9 lbs) but had the spirit and drive of a big dog. I was hooked.
From there, I dove deep—studying, connecting with mentors, carefully selecting dogs, and placing puppies where I believed they could thrive. And they have. One wakes his type 1 diabetic mom before her glucose monitor even beeps. One helps a teen through trauma recovery. One joined an 84-year-old gentleman who said he couldn’t live his final years without the right dog—and she’s perfect for him.
Each story humbles me. I don’t feel pride as much as deep gratitude. Grateful to be meeting a need. Grateful the Lord has equipped and blessed me to do this. And grateful I get to spend my days with animals—and more time with my kids than I would otherwise.

Question 8

How do we place puppies?

Accepted Answer

Thanks for checking out our program! The way a breeder selects, raises, and handles their dogs plays a big role in how a puppy adjusts to life with you—and we do everything we can to make that transition joyful.
We believe great breeders are open, honest, and excited to include you in the process. Ask about our Panhandle Australian Shepherds Facebook group—you’re welcome to follow along, chat with current owners, and watch our program grow.
Puppy matches are made with the help of outside temperament testing, so each pup is placed with the family they’re best suited for. Matching begins at 5 weeks, after we’ve had time to observe personality and temperament. Puppies are priced between $1450–$2850 and listed before match day.
Every pup is unique, but much of what you’ll see in them comes from their parents—so be sure to check out our dogs! You’ll find us sharing updates on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and right here on our homepage.
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