Amble Creek Old English Sheepdogs and Smug Mug Brussels Griffon
- Lucas, TX
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Kristen G., the breeder behind Amble Creek Old English Sheepdogs and Smug Mug Brussels Griffon located in Lucas, TX. We are dedicated to a program that embodies the AKC standard in health, structure, & temperament. We complete full health testing & prioritize sound minds & bodies above all else. Puppies are raised with an enriching socialization program that fosters confidence, curiosity, & a loving disposition.
Q. & A. with Kristen
Why did you start breeding?
Growing up, my family raised sporting breeds, & I loved helping with training & caring for each litter. That early experience led me to work as a Veterinary Technician & later in canine nutrition, where I deepened my understanding of health & wellness. I'm dedicated to preserving & improving these amazing breeds while raising healthy, happy puppies who become cherished family members.What makes your program special?
My breeding program is an extension of my heart. I do not believe in producing puppies on a whim & my goal is always to produce healthy puppies with the correct conformation & temperament. We take extra care to socialize our puppies from day one with an enriching & stimulating environment. Puppies are raised in our home surrounded by the noises of daily life, children & protected outdoor play.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are gray and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Kristen
Kristen 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 between $2,000 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC limited registration, unless being sold as a show prospect, age appropriate vaccines, deworming, microchip, extensive socialization, health guarantee. All of our puppies going into pet homes are priced at $2500, show puppies are priced at $3000-$3500.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristen 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 Kristen 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 Kristen 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
- 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kristen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lucas, TX
1144 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Dallas Love Field
1162 miles away
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More about Kristen
Club memberships
Kristen is a member of American Kennel Club and Old English Sheepdog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
Canine Nutritionist, Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), CHIC Certified.
Kristen has been a member of Good Dog for 7 months
Kristen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Kristen’s links
Kristen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Amble Creek Old English Sheepdogs and Smug Mug Brussels Griffon 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 dogs
River, mom
Old English Sheepdog
About River
River is an extremely sweet girl! She is my velcro dog and loves to be wherever I am. She is happy to just be in the same room or to snuggle up next to me when I am not up and about. She is not hyper or high drive at all - she has a great off switch, and she does have the goofy OES temperament that is such a hallmark of this breed. River loves the water and swimming, and is a big fan of retrieving the tennis ball. She is such a lover and gets along well with every person and every animal she has ever met.
Excellent health testing
Cerebellar Degeneration, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), +8 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Amble Creek Old English Sheepdogs and Smug Mug Brussels Griffon 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 Old English Sheepdogs.
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.
Eye Certification (CAER, 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia, Kartagner Syndrome (PCD), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), DNA Disease Panel, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC)
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).
