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A-J Farms Iowa
- Montrose, IA
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Amanda W., the breeder behind A-J Farms Iowa located in Montrose, IA. We are a passionate and dedicated breeding program that produces dogs with great working drives, conformation, and temperaments. We decided to start a responsible, in-home breeding program in order to produce quality working dogs that also fit into a home setting. These dogs can do it all, and we make sure to foster that versatility in our puppies beginning from the moment they're born.
Q. & A. with Amanda
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black & white, red & white, black, red merle, blue merle, red, black tri-color, and red tri-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Red male
Went homeMale
Red merle male
Went homeMale
Red male 3
Went homeMale
Blue Merle Female 2
Went homeFemale
Blue Merle Female
Went homeFemale
Red male
Went homeMale
Blue Merle Male
Went homeMale
Red female
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Amanda
Amanda 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 $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Amanda 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 Amanda 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 Amanda 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- AKC registration
- Registration
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Amanda.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Montrose, IA
4532 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Eastern Iowa Airport
4475 miles away
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Meet in Cedar Rapids, IA
4469 miles away
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More about Amanda
Club memberships
Amanda is a member of AKC and Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).
Amanda has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Amanda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Amanda’s links
Amanda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
A-J Farms Iowa 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
Litter and program updates
Amanda W.
Program update on 23 Oct. •
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Program update on 23 Oct. •
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Program update on 17 Oct. •
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Program update on 02 Oct. •
Parent dogs
Hazel, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Hazel
This is Hazel. She is a very loving, outgoing girl. She is an amazing working dog that she will surely pass on to her puppies. Her CHIC 206757 AKC / ASCA
Excellent health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Pretzel, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Pretzel
Clear genetic panel, good hips, normal elbows, merle length 268. AKC / ASCA registered. WTCH title and AHBA sheep advance title
Great health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
A-J Farms Iowa 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
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 Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
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.
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).
