Canyon Ridge Australian Shepherds
- San Diego, CA
Meet the breeder
I'm Donna H., the breeder behind Canyon Ridge Australian Shepherds located in San Diego, CA. We’re a small-scale program with a big love of Australian Shepherds! All of our dogs have had health testing according to our breed standard, including genetic disease panels, OFA hip/elbow/eye clearances, and other testing when indicated.
Q. & A. with Donna
Why did you start breeding?
I began breeding when my older dog died, and really wanted a puppy from the breeder I got my first Aussie from. They were no longer breeding, but I was at a place in my life that I was able to learn and begin breeding. That breeder offered her bitch to me, along with all of the support I could ask for to begin my program. I have several other mentors that have supported me along the way.What makes your program special?
I believe my breeding program is special because I put my heart into my dogs. I research health issues in Aussies, the genetics behind coat colors and breed traits. I absorb as much information as I can to be the most responsible breeder I can be. I work with my puppies to give them the best start in life. My goal is to send home puppies that are confident and fit in with their new families. We show our dogs in conformation in both AKC and ASCA. We also train in agility with our dogs, and are looking forward to our chance to compete! I have amazing mentors, and I learn as much as I can from them, taking the compliments and suggestions to heart to produce the best dogs I can.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red merle, blue merle, black tri-color, and red 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.
Boy 2-Cap
Went homeMale
Girl 2-Gamora
Went homeFemale
Boy 4Vision-Aspen
Went homeMale
Boy 1-Thor
Went homeMale
Girl 1-Marvel
Went homeFemale
Boy 3-Hulk
Went homeMale
Boy 5-Hawkeye-Toby
Went homeMale
Boy 6-Loki
Went homeMale
Johnny
Went homeMale
Stevie
Went homeFemale
Moira
Went homeFemale
David
Went homeMale
Alexis
Went homeFemale
Roland
Went homeMale
Twyla
Went homeFemale
Jocelyn
Went homeFemale
Phoebe
Went homeFemale
Joey
Went homeMale
Rachel
Went homeFemale
Chandler
Went homeMale
Monica
Went homeFemale
Ross
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Donna
Donna 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price is the same for all puppies, regardless of color or gender. Price includes first vet exam, micro-chip and puppy pack. Show and performance homes are our priority. Deposit is required to hold your puppy. If there is not a match for you in the current litter, deposit may be transferred to a future litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Donna 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 Donna 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 Donna 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Donna.
Breeder’s location
Meet in San Diego, CA
2242 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at San Diego Airport
2247 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Donna can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Donna
Club memberships
Donna is a member of Pomerado ASC, United States Australian Shepherd Association (USASA), and Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Donna has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Donna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Donna is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Canyon Ridge 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
Bullet, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Bullet
Bullet is a gorgeous black tri dog. He is still too young for some of his health testing, but he has great promise in our program. We're looking forward to seeing how he grows and finishing his championships in both AKC and ASCA. His genetic health panel, current eye cert, cardiac cert and dentition cert with OFA are all posted. Hips and elbows will be done when he is 2 years old.
Good health testing
Dentition, OFA Auscultation, Cardiologist, +2 more.
Valkyrie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Valkyrie
Black tri, red factored
Great health testing
Dentition, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, +4 more.
Cypher, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Cypher
Cypher is a female Australian Shepherd over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Donna decided to make her part of their program. Donna 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.
Excellent health testing
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Canyon Ridge 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.
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.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS CUBN Exon 8), Border Collie Type, Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type, Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Donna to bring home their puppies.
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Gary and Kelly F.
Verified owner · July 2024
We have had a great experience with Canyon Ridge Australian Shepherds. Our new pup is happy, healthy, and well adjusted to her new home. This is our first Australian Shepherd -- a beautiful tri color. Donna has been very responsive to follow up questions. Her advise on use of play pen was spot on. First Vet Visit went very well...Vet said that breeder did a great job with dog.
- JB
Juan B.
Verified owner · July 2024
Donna was great in all the ways possible! She took the time and experience she has to show us about her puppies and her way in training them and giving us the help that we needed. She was always very respectful and all around great providing us with tips and knowledge we should know about aussies!!
