I'm Marissa, the breeder behind Bearfoot Aussies and Tollers located in Lowell, IN. We have a small breeding program located in Northwest Indiana. Health and temperament are our primary goals and with that we feel the activity options are endless.
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Q. & A. with Marissa
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Marissa
Marissa 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 $500 deposit and between $2,000 - $3,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Non-refundable but transferrable to another litter if a desired puppy is not available.”
Contract & health guarantee
Marissa 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 Marissa 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 Marissa directly.
Bearfoot Aussies and Tollers 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
All breeds
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Australian Shepherd
Sheba, mom
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
About Sheba
Sheba is a female Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marissa decided to make her part of their program. Marissa 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.
Shelby, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Shelby
Shelby is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marissa decided to make her part of their program. Marissa 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.
Crispy, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Crispy
Crispy is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marissa decided to make her part of their program. Marissa 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.
Smudge, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Smudge
Smudge is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marissa decided to make her part of their program. Marissa 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.
Jade, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Jade
Jade is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marissa decided to make her part of their program. Marissa 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.
Twoey, dad
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
About Twoey
Twoey is a male Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Marissa decided to make him part of their program. Marissa 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.
Ziva, mom
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
About Ziva
Ziva is a female Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marissa decided to make her part of their program. Marissa 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
Excellent level
Bearfoot Aussies and Tollers 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.
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.
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).