I'm Jennifer H., the breeder behind Australian Shepherds of Rising Moon Acres located in Virginia. Our home-raised, quality, AKC/ASCA registered Australian Shepherds will be a perfect addition to any loving family! Our Aussies come from working lines and from show lines. They are genetically tested and well-socialized with lovely temperaments. We'd be thrilled to introduce you to your next best friend!
Q. & A. with Jennifer
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Jennifer
Jennifer 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
Connect with Jennifer to learn more details about pricing.
“Deposit of $200 is required to hold a puppy until pick up on arranged date and time, deposit is non refundable unless something happens while the puppy is in our care.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer directly.
Australian Shepherds of Rising Moon Acres 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
Nova, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Nova
Nova is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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.
Julie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Julie
Julie is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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.
Phoenix, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Phoenix
Phoenix is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jennifer decided to make him part of their program. Jennifer 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
Australian Shepherds of Rising Moon Acres 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.
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).