Best Friend Aussies
- Penrose, CO
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Buck Wild- tail, blue eyes likely
Ready Dec. 1
7 weeks old · Male
Bud Tugly-tail,blue eyes likely
Ready Dec. 1
7 weeks old · Male
Doug Hole-full tail and blue eyes likely
Ready Dec. 1
7 weeks old · Male
Upton O'Good-tail, blue eyes likely
Ready Dec. 1
7 weeks old · Male
Anita Bath-tail,blue eyes likely
Ready Dec. 1
7 weeks old · Female
Hendrix-full tail and blue eyes likely
Ready Nov. 24
8 weeks old · Male
Louis-full tail and amber eyes
Ready Nov. 24
8 weeks old · Male
Duke-full natural tail and blue eyes likely
Ready Nov. 24
8 weeks old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Kristine S., the breeder behind Best Friend Aussies located in Penrose, CO. At Best Friend Aussies, we believe dogs should keep the tails they are born with and breeding dogs should not live in cages. That’s why we don’t dock our puppies’ beautiful tails and our dogs live together in a healthy and stable pack with Rowan as their fair and gentle leader. Our dogs and puppies ( when old enough) run free during the day on our small hobby farm complete with a pond, a variety of Farm Animals (that need constant herding), Lavender and Goji Berries. We breed with the goal of undoing the harmful effects of inbreeding. Our puppies have great gentetic diversity to support strong immune systems. We have puppies available to be YOUR NEXT BEST FRIEND! We arededicated to raising the bar in intelligent breeding for Optimal Health. We don’t stop at the standard health testing. We go beyond to produce puppies with the best chance at living long healthy lives as your best friend. Strong immune systems Most good breeders these days have their breeding pairs tested to see if they are carriers for any genetic diseases they could pass on to their puppies. This is becoming a welcomed standard. But, the most common diseases affecting Australian shepherds cannot currently be genetically screened for. These include hemangiosarcoma, autoimmune hypothyroidism and Diabetes. At Best Friend Aussies we focus on breeding for puppies with strong immune systems to give them the best chances at remaining healthy. We do this by meticulously choosing our breeding pairs that produce puppies with exceptional genetic diversity. Modern science shows that high genetic diversity supports strong immune systems and longer, healthier lives.
Q. & A. with Kristine
Why did you start breeding?
After having one of our Aussies ‘Naughty Lakota’ live a long healthy life of 18 years and our dream Aussie ‘Bailey’ only live 8 years, we wanted to know why. We learned that inbreeding was shortening the lives of our purebreds and contributing to weakened immune systems. We also learned that modern science and specific genetic testing is available to carefully choose breeding pairs that can create a purebred Aussie with great genetic diversity to support a strong immune system. But, we couldn’t find breeders that were focused on this important quality... so we became the breeder!What makes your program special?
We aim to raise the bar in choosing mating pairs that increase genetic diversity for puppies with strong immune systems and healthy long lives.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Walter
Went homeMale
Winnifred
Went homeFemale
Wagner
Went homeMale
Weston
Went homeMale
Wolfgang
Went homeMale
Winston
Went homeMale
Wellington
Went homeMale
Dunkel-1 year old
Went homeMale
Guinness-blue eyes and full tail
Went homeMale
Hops-Blue eyes likely and full tail
Went homeFemale
Porter-Blue eyes and full tail
Went homeMale
Stout- Natural tail
Went homeMale
Snowdrop-full tail and blue eyes likely
Went homeFemale
Tulip-full tail and blue eyes!
Went homeFemale
Hyacinth-full tail and blue eyes likely
Went homeFemale
Daffodil-full tail and one blue eye and one marbled. Optional one month training available .
Went homeFemale
Rose-Full tail and two different colored eyes! Optional one month training available.
Went homeFemale
Poppy-full tail and blue eyes!
Went homeFemale
Firefly-Full natural tail and blue eyes likely
Went homeMale
Bumblebee-Full Natural Tail and Blue eyes likely
Went homeFemale
Junebug-Full Natural Tail and blue eyes likely
Went homeFemale
Tiny Bug-Full natural tail and blue eyes likely
Went homeMale
Dragonfly-Full Natural Tail and blue eyes likely
Went homeMale
Joplin- Full natural tail and blue eyes likely
ReservedFemale
Ella-full natural tail and blue eyes likely
ReservedFemale
Sparrow
Went homeFemale
Raven
Went homeFemale
Phoebe
Went homeFemale
Nightingale
Went homeFemale
Falcon
Went homeMale
Osprey
Went homeMale
Nighthawk
Went homeMale
Meadowlark
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Sparrow
Went homeFemale
Junebug
Went homeFemale
Cricket
Went homeMale
Caterpillar
Went homeMale
Lightening Bug
Went homeMale
Ladybug
Went homeFemale
Bumblebee
Went homeMale
Grasshopper
Went homeMale
Sparrow
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
“Feather” Blue eyes & full tail
Went homeFemale
“Ella” Blue eyes likely & full tail
Went homeFemale
“Cooper” Blue eyes likely & full tail.
Went homeMale
“Aiden” Blue eyes likely & full tail
Went homeMale
“Delilah” Blue eyes likely & full tail
Went homeFemale
“Gulliver” Blue eyes likely & full tail
Went homeMale
“Frodo” Natural Tail
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Kristine
Kristine 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 non-refundable deposit and between $2,300 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Our prices reflect the care we put into breeding healthy dogs with temperaments geared towards being great family members. This is not our hobby it is our life. We are passionate a what we do and feel so blessed to be able to share our puppies with people that will love them.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristine 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 Kristine 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 Kristine 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kristine.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Penrose, CO
5116 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at City of Colorado Springs Airport
5084 miles away
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Meet in Cleveland, OH
4121 miles away
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More about Kristine
Club memberships
Kristine is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA) and Australian Shepherd Health & Genetics Institute.
Certifications & recognitions
Royal Canin Crown Breeder.
Kristine has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Kristine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Kristine is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Best Friend Aussies 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
Kristine S.
Program update on 14 Oct. •Rowan is the best puppy daddy ever!
Kristine S.
Litter update on 07 Oct. •Our sweet Guenny had her first litter. She produced 11 gorgeous puppies!
Rowan and Guenivere's litter
Kristine S.
Program update on 29 Sept. •…Day Two: Even at this very early stage, contact with people is very important. On the one hand as a stimulus enrichment and on the other hand as a mild stress (for example if you take them away from their mother for a short time), which later helps them to cope better with stressful situations, to be more emotionally balanced and also to learn more easily.
Kristine S.
Litter update on 28 Sept. •Our sweet Medley brought five beautiful little puppies into to world this morning.
Rowan and Medley Undecided's litter
Kristine S.
Litter update on 16 Apr. •Sweet Augustine was delivered safely by my husband to San Francisco to her new family.
Rowan and Medley Undecided's litter
Kristine S.
Litter update on 16 Apr. •Another Puppy brings love and joy to her new family
Rowan and Medley Undecided's litter
Kristine S.
Litter update on 13 Apr. •First puppy to go home. Hendrix is off to heal Holli’s heart after the loss of her ❤️🐶
Rowan and Medley Undecided's litter
Kristine S.
Litter update on 21 Feb. •Happy First Birthday to Rosey and Rowan’s Spring Flowers 2024 litter!!
Rowan and Rosey's litter
Kristine S.
Litter update on 21 Feb. •Puppy spooning, so adorable
Rowan and Medley Undecided's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Medley Undecided, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Medley Undecided
Medley Undecided is a female Australian Shepherd about 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristine decided to make her part of their program. Kristine 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.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +8 more.Rosey, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Rosey
Rosey is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristine decided to make her part of their program. Kristine 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.
Good health testing
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +3 more.Guenivere, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Guenivere
Guenivere is a female Australian Shepherd over 1 year old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristine decided to make her part of their program. Kristine 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.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel, Hip Dysplasia Prelims (registered with OFA).Lucy, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Lucy
Lucy is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristine decided to make her part of their program. Kristine 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.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.Rowan, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Rowan
Rowan is a male Australian Shepherd almost 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kristine decided to make him part of their program. Kristine 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.
Great health testing
Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Genetic Diversity Test, +9 more.
Parent health testing
Australian Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Best Friend Aussies 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.
Animal Genetics 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Kristine to bring home their puppies.
- KM
Kathy M.
Verified owner · May 2024
Maddie is a very happy willing to please puppy. She loves meeting new people and enjoy playing with her big cousin.
Brooklynn A.
Verified owner · Nov. 2023
They were super nice and helpful answering my questions! We were kept updated on the puppy as he grew, and we couldn’t be happier with our boy
Reese C.
Verified owner · Apr. 2023
I had a great experience here. Didn’t get a chance to visit in person, but got a lot of updates with videos and photos to keep track of my boy. We had a FaceTime and Kristine shared a lot about the puppies for me. My boy has been loving since we met. He loves people and is good with other creatures, which make me believe he was well loved and socialized before coming to me.
Christian M.
Verified owner · Nov. 2023
+5Bayou is doing great! Bonding well with his big brothers River and Tahoe, as well as with me. Almost house broken already. Very lovable. Lots of energy.
Anna C.
Verified owner · Nov. 2023
Kristine and her husband were amazing. They were so incredibly kind and accommodating allowing us to come visit and sending us regular updates on our puppy. It is clear by seeing their facility that they take puppy raising very seriously. Our pup is well adjusted and a very happy guy! He’s a perfect fit in our family. We are eternally grateful to Best Friend Aussies and their amazing dogs.
JGJeffrey G.
Verified owner · Apr. 2023
They were open and honest with good communication. The whole process was easy and we received our puppy without any issues.
