40+ Australian Shepherd puppies for sale from ethical breeders near West Des Moines, IA
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Raised by Bethany G.
Ceder Creek Ranch · 11 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
I focus on raising Australian Shepherds with strong health foundations, early socialization, and careful matching to new homes.
Ember, mom
Raised by Sarah T.
Beaver Creek Aussies · 22 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Farm-raised Aussies with heart, brains, and beauty—perfect partners for work or play.
Raised by Elayna W.
Athena’s Aussies · 33 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Having a dog in our lives is such a blessing. We find so much fulfillment in providing that same companionship to other homes!
Ryder, dad
Josie, mom
Raised by Amber D.
AJD Aussies · 38 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
I raise purebred Australian Shepherds in my home. Loving, Happy, Family Raised Puppies.
We’ve screened nearly every breeder in the U.S.—only 1 in 5 meet our standard for responsible breeding.
Female, reserved
Lizzie, mom
Raised by Melissa M.
Diamond M Aussies · 40 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members.
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Raised by Jackie G.
Skye Blue Aussies · 40 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Our dogs are our beloved companions. We care deeply about this breed and are proud to be responsible Australian Shepherd breeders.
Indie, mom
Ollie, dad
Raised by Tracey M.
C-Me Working Australian Shepherds · 40 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Our breeding program emphasizes health testing and quality genetics, with a focus on temperament, working skills, and training.
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Raised by Addison M.
AK Aussies · 40 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We’re devoted to ensuring there are healthy puppies for others to enjoy and we do so by responsibly growing this incredible breed.
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Raised by Amy F.
Midwest Awwstralian Shepherds · 40 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members.
Raised by Faith T.
Thomas Aussies · 40 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love!
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Raised by Trisha V.
Silver Bullitt Aussies · 40 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We breed high-quality puppies. We love what we do and are committed to producing well-bred, healthy puppies for loving homes.
Raised by Rebecca G.
Bodacious Australian Shepherds · 49 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
I'm a small hobby and show breeder. I've been involved with Australian Shepherd dogs for 20 years. I love my pups & you will too.
Female, reserved
Female, reserved
Raised by Chania V.
Chania's Australian Shepherds · 53 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Hi, I’m Chania Vos, a small Toy Aussie breeder in Ellston, Iowa.
Suede, mom
Maverick, dad
Raised by Kadie R.
Ritland Aussies · 55 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We offer high quality and great companion dogs.
Willow, mom
Raised by Taylor S.
Twin Lakes Ridge Farm · 73 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Our dogs are our family first and foremost. It has always been our passion to raise smart, loving, and loyal puppies.
Male, available
Female, available
Raised by Megan L.
Soap Creek Kennels · 76 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Our mission is to raise healthy, happy, adorable puppies and connect loving families with their new best friends!
5 owner reviews
Male, reserved
Female, reserved
Raised by Kelly A.
Kelly's Australian Shepherds · 79 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Family-raised Australian Shepherds loved by our 10 homeschooled kids. Puppies grow up around children, cats, & daily home life. 🐶
Female, reserved
Female, reserved
Raised by Lila B.
Homegrown Huskies · 82 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We are a small kennel with high expectations! We pride ourselves on helping people choose the right dog for their family.
19 owner reviews
Kayce, dad
Cali, mom
Raised by Ashtyn D.
Danker Farms · 82 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Australian Shepherds bred for good health, temperament, and ability.
Shadow, dad
Beauty, mom
NLRaised by Nikcole L.
Landon Family Aussies · 101 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Every puppy we raise is adored as part of our family from birth. Our puppies will complete your home, your family, and your heart!
Female, reserved
Male, reserved
Raised by Brandi S.
Sky Creek · 108 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Sky Creek: home of champions! We focus on beauty, brains, health, and temperament.
3 owner reviews
CH Yukon, dad
Vegas, mom
Raised by Kaity S.
BellSharps Australian Shepherds · 113 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We are a small hobby breeder of Australian Shepherds & SCWT focused on health, temperament and versatility.
3 owner reviews
Jayda, mom
Journey, mom
Raised by Maddy K.
MND Aussies · 115 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We raise our puppies with total care and attention so they can become well-socialized and loving additions to their forever homes.
Female, available
Male, available
Raised by Tommy S.
County Line Aussies · 119 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We offer well-handled loving Aussies.
10 owner reviews
Male, reserved
Raised by Meagan B.
Burkhart Family Puppies · 122 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
All of our dogs are loved as family members. We cherish our puppies from birth up until they leave our arms to snuggle into yours!
Male, available
Male, reserved
Raised by Heather E.
Sheep Creek Aussies · 125 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Sheep Creek Aussies is a small breeder located in NW, MO. We own & breed AKC/ASCA Standard Australian Shepherds. We love our dogs!
Female, reserved
Female, reserved
ESRaised by Emily S.
Hidden Hollow Aussies · 128 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Having a dog in our lives is such a blessing. We find so much fulfillment in providing that same companionship to other homes!
1 owner review
Female, reserved
Female, reserved
Raised by Rachel G.
HomeGrown Aussies · 132 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We offer top quality, versatile AKC Aussies with a focus on health and temperament. Our dogs are genetic tested.
Female, reserved
Male, reserved
Raised by Jessica H.
Roulette Australian Shepherds · 133 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
I breed Australian Shepherds and have all genetic testing done prior to breeding. We also raise our puppies with Puppy Culture.
Male, reserved
Female, reserved
Raised by James & Samantha S.
Lone Willow Aussies · 134 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
I breed Australian Shepherds to high standards for health, care, and placement, and have been vetted by Good Dog.
Male, available
Female, available
Raised by Alexis & Machelle P.
Country Time Kennels · 135 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Our mission is to raise healthy, happy, adorable puppies and connect loving families with their new best friend!
2 owner reviews
Female, available
Female, available
Raised by Rachel M.
MMA Kennel · 135 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We're committed to raising well-rounded Australian Shepherd puppies who can excel in any venue with their new families.
10 owner reviews
Female, available
Raised by Michele C.
Boundless Hearts Australian Shepherds LLC · 139 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Boundless Hearts strives for excellence in mind, body, and health. B.H. dogs will be ready to love with all their hearts.
2 owner reviews
Raised by Rebecca S.
Crazy Acres Aussies · 139 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We offer quality pets that have been health tested, loved, cared for, and raised in our home. We adore our dogs!
Blue, dad
Katie, mom
Raised by Diana B.
Our Barn Aussies · 140 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We are lifelong dog enthusiasts, and we’re excited to share our passion and purpose with others through our breeding program.
1 owner review
Female, reserved
Male, reserved
Raised by Anastacia H.
Horten K-9 Wiggles · 141 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We strive to breed good tempered family standard Australian Shepherds with great health and of good qualities.
Female, reserved
Raised by Amanda W.
A-J Farms Iowa · 141 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We are a passionate and dedicated breeding program that produces dogs with great working drives, conformation, and temperaments.
Waylon, dad
Memphis, mom
Raised by Cheyann P.
Outlaw Aussies & Doxies · 149 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
Our dogs are members of our family first and foremost. We offer top-quality puppies from our loving home to yours!
Beau, dad
Huxley, dad
Raised by Brett B.
Dogwood Lane Canine · 153 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We strive to produce Aussies that are as equally amazing as the ones we've been blessed to live and work beside every day.
5 owner reviews
Raised by Monica B.
Roanoak Australian Shepherds · 158 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We’re a home-based breeder of Aussies who love showing our dogs in the daytime just as much as cuddling with them at night.
Male, reserved
Female, reserved
Raised by Brittany S.
A Beautiful Soul Aussies · 165 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
We love to responsibly raise and train our puppies so they have the tools to be well-rounded, beloved family members.
Jojo, mom
New litter
Raised by Kasi C.
KC’s Working Aussies · 166 miles away from West Des Moines, IA
I offer dogs with a high working drive that can also come inside and settle down to be a family dog at the end of the day.
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Buyer’s Guide
Nationally, prices usually range from $800 to $1,200. While it may cost more up front, starting with a healthy puppy can help you avoid costly issues later. These ranges reflect the care behind responsible breeding and offer a reliable view of what ethical breeding really costs.
About the Australian Shepherd
Bred for brains and bravery—at least when it comes to herding uncooperative cattle and sheep—Australian Shepherds bring their strong work ethic to everything they do. They’re smart, quick, biddable, energetic, and tough, a combination that makes them invaluable as working ranch dogs and unsurpassed as active home companions. Learn more
Very High Energy
Energy level
Low Maintenance
Grooming
Highly Trainable
Trainability
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Frequently asked questions
What is the typical price of Australian Shepherd puppies in West Des Moines, IA?
Prices for Australian Shepherd puppies for sale in West Des Moines, IA vary by breeder and individual puppy. On Good Dog today, Australian Shepherd puppies in West Des Moines, IA range in price from $1,050 to $1,700. Because all breeding programs are different, you may find dogs for sale outside that price range.
How active are Australian Shepherd puppies in West Des Moines, IA?
Most Australian Shepherd puppies in West Des Moines, IA will be high energy. As Australian Shepherd puppies in West Des Moines, IA may be high energy energy, they should receive at least one hour per day of physical activity.
Is Australian Shepherd in West Des Moines, IA a high shedding breed?
Australian Shepherd puppies in West Des Moines, IA are a moderate shedding breed. Some moderate shedding breeds may shed more or less depending on the time of the year, while other moderate shedding breeds shed consistently throughout the year.
What is the average size of Australian Shepherd puppies in West Des Moines, IA?
The average weight for male Australian Shepherd puppies in West Des Moines, IA is around 50 pounds. The average weight for female Australian Shepherd puppies in West Des Moines, IA is around 40 pounds. As all dogs are individuals, there may be a variation in size and weight.
Can I adopt an Australian Shepherd from a rescue or shelter?
On Good Dog, you can search for Australian Shepherd puppies or dogs in rescues and shelters near West Des Moines, IA. Adopting an Australian Shepherd from a shelter or rescue in West Des Moines, IA is generally less expensive than buying a puppy from a breeder with ethical practices. Across the United States, there are dedicated rescues that specialize in specific breeds and may even help transport an Australian Shepherd dog to you in West Des Moines, IA from another part of the country. Although it can be more cost-effective, adopting the exact breed you're looking for is typically more difficult than working with a responsible breeder. Learn more about adopting a dog from a shelter or rescue.
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