I'm Jeff C., the breeder behind Burning Heart Aussies located in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Located in beautiful South Florida, we are dedicated breeders of Australian Shepherds. We are committed to raising beautiful Aussies that truly embody the breed's famous loving, sweet, and amazing temperament. Raised at home, our dogs are well-socialized and given ample space to play and grow.
Q. & A. with Jeff
Why did you start breeding?
I have been in the horse business my entire life, and from this, I fell in love with Australian Shepherds and Welsh Corgis, but eventually decided that Australian Shepherds were my true passion. I wanted to breed and raise these beautiful dogs for their intelligence, looks, and loyalty to their owners.
What makes your program special?
Our dedication to raising our dogs as pets and breeding and raising our puppies in the same manner as if they were going to always be a part of our family. They are introduced to as much as possible to provide them with the security to grow up loving and trusting their new family and environment. Our dogs undergo genetic testing, and we invest in their healthy start to life.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle and black tri-color. 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.
Dottie
Went home
Female
Stella
Went home
Female
Jake
Went home
Male
Bella
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Jeff
Jeff 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 $1,350 - $2,350 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes vet puppy health check, health guarantee, AKC prepaid registration, first vaccinations, deworming, imprinting and socialization. All deposits are the same for all puppies regardless of price. Healthy Vet Puppy check guarantee, or your refund will be refunded.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jeff 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 Jeff 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 Jeff directly.
Burning Heart 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
Jeff C.
Litter update on 05 Oct. •
Burnie and Kitty's litter
Parent dogs
Burnie, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Burnie
Burnie is an exuberant black tri Australian Shepherd whose whole world revolves around fun, friendship, and his family. This handsome and loyal boy has a larger-than-life personality that guarantees he's the center of attention everywhere he goes. For an active owner, Burnie is more than a pet—he's a tireless and entertaining companion ready for any adventure. Whether he's meeting new people at the park or greeting visitors at the door, Burnie's gregarious and friendly nature shines. With a signature full-body "wiggle butt" and a happy grin, he makes every introduction feel like a long-awaited reunion.
Kitty, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Kitty
Kitty, a stunning blue merle Australian Shepherd who embodies all the best qualities of her breed. With a striking coat, soulful eyes, and an alert expression, she's a true beauty inside and out. But what truly sets her apart is her gentle, loving, and fiercely loyal nature. As a true Aussie, Kitty is intelligent and eager to please. She thrives on mental stimulation and can quickly master new commands and tricks. Whether it's learning a new trick or performing a task, her high intelligence and focus make her a joy to train. Kitty is a wonderful and caring mother, a testament to her kind heart. She's also a natural leader who is confident in her surroundings. She is cautious around new people and situations at first, but with proper introductions, her friendly and affectionate side shines through.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Burning Heart 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 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 Examination (rDVM, not 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Disease Panel
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).