Cactus Heelers Arizona

Tallie W.

Breeder of Australian Cattle Dogs

  • Marana, AZ
  • Responds within a day
  • 100% recommend •

Meet the breeder

I'm Tallie W., the breeder behind Cactus Heelers Arizona located in Marana, AZ. We breed top-quality working and family dogs. Our dogs and pups are excellent and well-rounded examples of their breed! We focus on producing working ranch dogs. Our dogs are all introduced to livestock as well as family life to ensure that they are each equipped and ready to thrive in any environment.

Q. & A. with Tallie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Riding horses and moving cattle got me to appreciate the working dog. I found them the most amazing puppy and we worked moving cattle for big ranches as well as pushing up cattle for ropings. I fell in love with the breed and wanted to help make the breed better. 🤍 training is a big deal and I’m always coming up with new ideas.

  • What makes your program special?

    All my dogs come from amazing working ranches here in Marana and the surrounding areas. Picking and choosing and honestly making smart working dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Tallie

Tallie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

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 $300 non-refundable deposit. The remaining $200 - $700 is due at pickup, before taxes & fees.
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Contract & health guarantee

Tallie 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 Tallie 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 Tallie 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
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Food & treats

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tallie.

Breeder's location

Meet in Marana, AZ

5655 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport (formerly Williams AFB)

5620 miles away

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Meet in Casa Grande, AZ

5646 miles away

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More about Tallie

  • Tallie has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Tallie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Tallie’s links

Tallie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Cactus Heelers Arizona 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Cactus Heelers Arizona 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 Cattle Dogs.

  • PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Tallie to bring home their puppies.

  • Logan P.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    Tallie was absolutely incredible throughout the entire process of purchasing my heeler! She was always reliable, communicative, and deeply cares for her dogs. Tallie would most certainly be the first person I would recommend to anyone wanting to add a heeler to their family!

    Michael O.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    I can't say enough great things about our experience with Tallie! From the very first inquiry, the communication was prompt, warm, and genuinely helpful. She answered every question we had. The adoption process was smooth and transparent. We always knew exactly what to expect at each step, and it was clear that the breeder truly prioritizes finding the right homes for their puppies, not just making a sale. Our puppy arrived healthy and so full of personality. You can tell these dogs are raised with love and attention. The health records were thorough, and the breeder has continued to check in with us even after we brought our pup home. If you're looking for a responsible, caring breeder who goes above and beyond, look no further. Highly recommend!

    MR

    Makenna R.

    Verified owner · June 2026

      • +8

    Me and my boyfriend rescued a blue heeler and wanted to get her a friend and we found Tallie. We got a boy from her December 2024 litter. He is now 1.5 years old he is now 48lbs of lean muscle. He is the most handsome and cutest boy we absolutely love him. I get compliments on him all the time and we always share and recommend Tallie!

  • dylan d.

    Verified owner · June 2026

      • +5

    We had a wonderful experience getting our puppy from Tallie at Cactus Heelers Arizona. From the very beginning, she was responsive, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about her dogs. She kept us updated throughout the process and was always available to answer our questions, which gave us a lot of confidence and peace of mind. What really stood out was how smoothly everything came together with transportation. Tallie worked incredibly well with the transporters, coordinating every detail and making sure our puppy arrived safely and comfortably. The entire process was seamless and stress-free. Our puppy arrived happy, healthy, and well-socialized, and it’s obvious that Tallie puts a great deal of care into raising her dogs. We couldn’t be happier with our experience and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a quality Australian Cattle Dog puppy. ❤️🐾

    Todd S.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Tallie was awesome along the whole way. She listened to my story and ensured that Virgil was a good fit for me. She sent regular updates and photos of my growing boy. When I coordinated the pick up it was seamless and by easy (even got a little good bag for Virgil’s first days with me). Tallie keeps in touch and I give regular updates on his progress. In the future I will definitely being getting with Tallie to get a second dog.

    SB

    Steven B.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2024

    Talley was very responsive and answered any questions I had about the Australian cattle pups. She sent constant updates and pictures. She was even very patient with me when I had questions or trying to figure things out with pick up. She really did go the extra mile. Would recommend to others.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.