Quality Aussies

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    My Aussies are an integral part of the family and I strive to give them an excellent quality of life, with optimal diet and health care, lots of fun doggy things to do, and plenty of individual attention.   They are a huge blessing to our lives!  Our dogs are house dogs with access to a huge fenced yard, and are with us as we go about our daily lives. I feel this gives them a happy life, since an Aussie wants nothing more to be a part of what his or her family is doing at all times.   We keep just a small number of dogs to ensure we can give them all lots of attention.  We go out of our way to come up with fun activities, and take the dogs out to some local property for variety in their exercise routine. 

   I am extremely selective in choosing a dog for a potential breeding, as I have high standards.   Since my dogs live with us as family, I get to know their personalities quite well, and this gives me more insight into what kinds of temperaments they may pass on to their puppies.   I find people keeping dogs in kennels may never really get to know their dogs the same way, as they don't see them in normal daily activities at home and in public. Our dogs are out in public with us often, and that not only enriches their lives, but shows me how they can relate to a wide variety of people, animals and situations.   All this is very important to me.  While I don't focus on just producing Aussies for one purpose (showing, agility, working livestock), I do want dogs that may have the potential to do those things.  My first priority is producing dogs that are a joy to live with in daily life, since that is how we spend our time with the dogs.  Having a dog that succeeds in activities but is unpleasant to be around the rest of the time is not fun.  

     I have put decades into learning all I can about canine nutrition, and strive to feed my dogs in the best way possible.  We feed a diet of human grade raw meats, bones and organs, select supplements, and some super premium dry dog food.   It cuts down on health issues like allergies and skin conditions, and more serious stuff like immune disorders, many of which can be linked to poor diets and over vaccination.  It keeps our adults in peak condition, so if one does have a litter of pups, those pups are off to a much better start than average.  We follow a minimal vaccine schedule, using core vaccines rather than a huge cocktail, which can over tax the immune system and set the dog up for a lifetime of problems.  We use a minimal amount of toxins on the dogs such as pest control like Frontline Plus, and in the environment.  We also clean any waste up several times a day, to ensure the dogs are not walking in it.   We believe having access to a clean yard, fresh air and sunshine, and plenty of enjoyable activities and exercise also keeps the dogs' immune systems in peak condition.   By contrast, kennel living can be highly stressful to a dog and can do the opposite.

   I have spent a couple decades in working with canines of all types, with my main focus being canid behavior.   I have worked hands on with wolves (in USDA licensed facilities, not as pets), as well as a variety of dog breeds.  I have trained and rescued/fosterd dogs of various types and backgrounds, giving me insight into different kinds of dogs.   I am endlessly fascinated by all aspects of a dog's life, from it's social behavior and how to understand that, to health and nutrition, genetics, and training.   I believe in studying pedigrees to try to ensure any breeding we may plan has a high chance of success in producing healthy, mentally and physically sound puppies.   We get our dogs hips rated by the OFA, their eyes are CERF cleared annually, and we get all the dogs MDR1 tested. For more in depth information see the "health testing" link.  Some breeders may tell you health screening is not important, but nothing could be further from the truth.  Read more on the "health testing" link. 

    We don't breed a lot, but when we do have a litter, it is born in the house and handled daily. I am doing the "Bio Sensor" program with the pups, where they are handled in a specific way to help build solid temperaments.   They are also exposed to our other dogs, our cat and to as many household noises and situations as possible, and are held and handled daily.   This will help ensure a smooth transition into the puppy's new home.   As the pups get more mobile, I set them up in a small outdoor kennel, so they can learn to potty on natural surfaces.   The way this is done helps them learn to be housebroken more easily, as they have an area to eat, sleep and play, and potty in a separate area.   Keeping puppies in too small an area at this time, or on surfaces that are the same or similar to indoor surfaces will impede their success at housebreaking.   The way I do it gets them off to a great start in that regard, and I get reports back that  many pups are nearly housebroken once they are in their new homes.  

      Choosing a breeder is almost more important than choosing the actual puppy.  The breeder will have SO much impact on what kind of dog the puppy will become.  By that I mean the breeder is the one who decides on the bloodlines, the health testing, the daily care and socializing, and so much more.

    All in all I take what I do with my dogs very seriously. It's more than a hobby, it's a passion, and I value my dogs tremendously as friends and companions.   I stand behind my pups for their entire lives, and want to be available to help their owners with any questions or concerns they may have.   I also love "happy puppy" stories and photos. Many of the people who have purchased a pup have become great friends and some come back for a second or third Aussie.   That is all part of the joy of this, sharing these wonderful dogs and making new friends.  I am blessed to share my life with them and love to share that blessing with others.

    The dogs you see pictured on this site either belong to us, or friends of ours. Many are related to my current dogs.  I included the photos so you can see the typical type we have, and some of the fun things they get to do.  I like an Aussie with an eagerness to please, not too high energy or hyper but with an "on/off" switch, and of moderate size and type.  I love a pretty head and overall look, but not at the expense of health or temperament.  I want a quality dog I can live with!
   I have included a links page so you can read more on various topics we feel are important to giving your dog top quality care.  This site is a work in progress and more content will be added all the time.       

     There are a lot of pages with a lot of information, but I urge you to take the time to visit again and again, and read through the pages.  I wanted this site to be a resource for Aussie owners new and old, as there are not a lot of sites of this kind.

    CHECK BACK FOR REGULAR UPDATES!  I WILL BE ADDING NEW CONTENT, PHOTOS AND PAGES ON A REGULAR BASIS.

    Fun play time get together.  We give our dogs plenty of time play and enjoy their friends.  Having Aussies who are good with other dogs (often other Aussies) is really important to me, so my friends can bring their dogs to visit and play on our property. My Aussies are generally good with adult dogs and especially puppies, in our pack and visiting ones.  They all love to play ball!!

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