I'm Paula S., the breeder behind Aussie Knights Kennel located in Kingsville, MO. We are a small in-home breeder. Our dogs are our family. We keep in contact with all of the families that buy our dogs.
Q. & A. with Paula
Why did you start breeding?
We got our first female dog from a phenomenal breeder. She became my mentor, and taught me how to be a good breeder!
What makes your program special?
We are dedicated to producing quality dogs!
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Paula
Paula 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 refundable deposit and between $450 - $600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All our puppies are the same price regardless of color. Includes Registration and full rights. All our puppies are the same price regardless of color. Includes Registration and full rights.”
Contract & health guarantee
Paula 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 Paula 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 Paula directly.
Aussie Knights Kennel 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
Pepper, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Pepper
Pepper is a female Australian Shepherd almost 9 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Paula decided to make her part of their program. Paula has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
GUS, dad
Australian Shepherd
About GUS
GUS is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Paula decided to make him part of their program. Paula has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Aussie Knights Kennel 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.
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).