Black Pond Australian Shepherds
- Edgartown, MA
- Responds within a few days
Available puppies
"Daisy"
Ready now
2 years old · Female
"Billy"
Ready now
2 years old · Male
"Shep"
Ready now
2 years old · Male
"Harlan"
Ready now
2 years old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Black Pond A., the breeder behind Black Pond Australian Shepherds located in Edgartown, MA. Yes, we currently have dogs available; visit blackpondaussies.com . We raise our puppies in a family environment. Being both a breeder and a veterinary nurse, health care and temperament are at the core of raising our Aussies.
Q. & A. with Black Pond
Why did you start breeding?
Having been a Veterinary Nurse for over a decade, I aim to breed dogs that would impress me if brought into my place of work, in both a conformation/health and personalty/temperament capacity. With a life-long history of working with/training animals, including horses and dogs, I wanted to use my skills and education to put dogs into this world that exemplify the efforts of proper breeding.What makes your program special?
Our goal and passion is raising Australian Shepherds with a strong foundation of socialization and even-keeled temperaments. We genuinely enjoy raising and training the pups, and are so proud of every dog we have bred. Black Pond Australian Shepherds is constantly studying and keeping up with current/relevant health care for all our dogs. Representing Australian Shepherds is an honor.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
"Alfie"
Went homeMale
"Winnie"
Went homeFemale
"Ramsay"
Went homeMale
Jasper
Went homeMale
Sadie
Went homeFemale
Benjamin
Went homeMale
Duncan
Went homeMale
Beezie
Went homeFemale
Jasper
Went homeMale
Duncan
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Black Pond
Black Pond 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 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price varies as we often have dogs at different ages and training stages. blackpondaussies.com. deposit is required only once a specific puppy has been agreed upon. There is no deposit needed to apply.”
Contract & health guarantee
Black Pond 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 Black Pond 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 Black Pond 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Black Pond.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Edgartown, MA
397 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Martha's Vineyard Airport
396 miles away
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More about Black Pond
Club memberships
Black Pond is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA) and American Kennel Club.
Black Pond has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Black Pond was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Black Pond is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Black Pond Australian Shepherds 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
BTM, dad
Australian Shepherd
About BTM
BTM is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Black Pond decided to make him part of their program. Black Pond 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.
RMF, mom
Australian Shepherd
About RMF
RMF is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Black Pond decided to make her part of their program. Black Pond 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.
BMM, dad
Australian Shepherd
About BMM
BMM is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Black Pond decided to make him part of their program. Black Pond 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.
BTF a/a, mom
Australian Shepherd
About BTF a/a
BTF a/a is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Black Pond decided to make her part of their program. Black Pond 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.
RMM b/m, dad
Australian Shepherd
About RMM b/m
RMM b/m is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Black Pond decided to make him part of their program. Black Pond 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
Great level
Black Pond Australian Shepherds 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.
DNA Coat/Trait Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Wisdom 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).
