Aisling Australian shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Natalie A., the breeder behind Aisling Australian shepherds located in Knoxville, TN. Every puppy we raise is adored as part of our family from birth. We are home-based breeders dedicated to bringing healthy,and high-quality puppies into the homes and hearts of their forever families. We are passionate about breed preservation and rasing versatile dogs that will fill your heart!
Q. & A. with Natalie
Why did you start breeding?
I adopted my first Australian Shepherd 3 years ago and immediately fell in love with the breed with how versatile,smart and loyal they are! I was immediately obsessed! my passion for the breed grew & I dove in head first, and being my further research into the history of the breed and started a mentorship with a few mentors to figure out exactly what direction I wanted to take my program.What makes your program special?
My entire life revolves around my dogs and making sure that they are enriched, active & healthy. I’m striving to bring my adopters extremely well-rounded, healthy puppies, that will excel in all aspects of their lives! I’m extremely passionate & determined to only place my puppies in homes where each one in an enriching and loving home that will match their temperament.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Natalie
Natalie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,300 - $1,600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes a non-refundable $200 deposit. Age appropriate vaccines and deworming,tail docked & dew claws removal, akc registration papers, leash & collar and training treats. Only refundable if the puppy has an illness,severe health issue or puppy passes away. If requested color or gender is not born, deposit may be transferred to another litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Natalie may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Natalie offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Natalie directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Natalie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Knoxville, TN
408 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Nashville Airport (Berry Field)
542 miles away
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More about Natalie
Club memberships
Natalie is a member of American Kennel Club and Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).
Certifications & recognitions
Professional Groomer, Puppy Culture Breeder.
Natalie has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Natalie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Natalie’s links
Natalie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Aisling Australian shepherds meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Aisling Australian shepherds reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Australian Shepherds.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
