I'm Carrie P., the breeder behind Mystic Moon located in Chaplin, CT. It is important to know I do not guarantee eye color!! All my puppies are bred with great temperament in mind. It is important to me to ensure each family has a perfectly healthy and well rounded pup. Pups come pre-socialized and parents health tested! Please apply with family on board first :).
Q. & A. with Carrie
Why did you start breeding?
It is important to me that I not only continue my own phenomenal bloodlines but that I am improving the breed with each litter and ensuring the well-being of these dogs for generations more to come. It is an honor to represent this breed and create opportunities for others to experience the same joy that I've found in raising these wonderful dogs.
What makes your program special?
My life revolves around my dogs and meeting their needs both socially and medically. I strive to bring you the healthiest, most well-rounded puppies. I have high expectations for my puppies and make sure to place each one in an enriching and loving home that will match their temperament and personality. I love what I do and truly want the very best for my puppies and their forever families.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Australian Shepherd puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, and red. Shetland Sheepdog puppies include sable merle and white, blue merle white and tan, white and sable, sable and white, black white and tan, and black and white. 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.
Joy 1600
Went home
Female
Blessing 1800
Went home
Female
Hunter docked tail
Went home
Male
Elphaba
Reserved
Female
Female
Reserved
Female
Female
Reserved
Female
Female
Reserved
Female
Male
Reserved
Male
Getting a puppy from Carrie
Carrie 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 $1,000 non-refundable deposit and $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“shots (age appropriate), tail docked, back dew claws removed(for Aussies) first nextguard treatment,akc papers a throw size blanket and a high quality leash and matching harness, food, treats, toys. Only refundable if the puppy has an illness that is genetic, a deformity, or an incurable health issue that is determined after seen by your vet.”
Contract & health guarantee
Carrie 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 Carrie 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 Carrie directly.
Mystic Moon 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
Carrie P.
Program update on 30 Oct. •
Momma and babies are doing really well 🥰
Carrie P.
Litter update on 02 Sept. •
Harmonys puppies are doing well 😊 They all learn so fast and I have not found one thing they are afraid of. They are very adventurous and love the outside. We love them here and will be sad to see them go! This is Harmony’s last litter.
Billy and Harmony's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Australian Shepherd
Shetland Sheepdog
Ryder, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Ryder
He is a very sweet and gentle boy! Outgoing and loves his toys! I’m excited to see his personality in his puppies as he is such a fast learner!
Good health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific).
Harmony, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Harmony
Harmony is a very sweet girl that wants you love all day long. She excels in disk and ball. Harmony is amazing at jumping and loves to do it we have gotten to 4 feet with no issues.
Great health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Jazz, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Jazz
Jazz is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carrie decided to make her part of their program. Carrie 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
DNA Coat/Trait Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +1 more.
Cali, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Cali
Cali is a female Australian Shepherd almost 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carrie decided to make her part of their program. Carrie 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
DNA Disease Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, +4 more.
Honey, mom
Shetland Sheepdog
About Honey
Honey is a female Shetland Sheepdog about 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carrie decided to make her part of their program. Carrie 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
Wisdom Panel.
Lemon, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Lemon
Lemon is a fully clear on all genetic disorders. Hips good and elbows normal, eyes are normal as well. Lemon loves to play fetch, swim, and cuddle. She has shown in conformation and gotten a lot of first in her class and reserve winners. She is beautifully marked. Her first litter of puppies all have a very calming loving temperament just like her.
Great health testing
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +3 more.
Dawson, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Dawson
Dawson is extremely handsome with his beautiful thick coat that passes on to all his puppies. Dawson is calm but loves to play. He’s the kind of dog you can take anywhere and he will be quite content. He loves meeting new people and other well mannered dogs as well. Dawson also passes his temperament to his puppies.
Great health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.
Muffin, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Muffin
Muffin has such a bubbly personality. She is all about the smiles and making every person she meets her bestfriend. Muffin is very energetic she will play ball with you all day and still have energy to go! Her beautiful full coat and striking blue eyes make her stand out in a crowd!!
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel.
Maggie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Maggie
Maggie is a very sweet playful girl. She is extremely cuddly and loves her snacks. Maggie is more on the lazy side of an Aussie she will go on hikes and play but rather watch movies all day. All her puppies have displayed the same temperament across the board.
Good health testing
Wisdom Panel, Animal Genetics Panel, +1 more.
Foxy, dad
Shetland Sheepdog
About Foxy
Foxy is very outgoing!! He is started in agility, loves fetch, and loves to go on runs with me!! When I pick him up to cuddle he just melts in my arms and will stay their all day. He’s quirky personality does pass on to his pups as well and will keep you smiling. He has a beautiful sable coat that’s so fully and think that all his puppies have.
London has the temperament of a service dog. She is very quiet, calm, smart, and will stay by your side all day! London enjoys cuddling, going on walks because she loves to people watch!! London also enjoys the long car rides when we go on vacation because she loves to watch the people in their cars!! She passes the wonderful temperament on to her puppies! She has a beautiful thick healthy coat that she passes on to her puppies!! London is clear of all genetic issues.
Mystic Moon 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.
Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), DNA Coat/Trait Panel, Animal Genetics Panel, PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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 Carrie to bring home their puppies.
Anna E.
Verified owner · Feb. 2025
Carrie was extremely responsive and made the entire process super easy. We are so in love with our sweet dog (7 months now). She has a great temperment and gets lots of compliments on her beautiful coat and blue eyes.
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Annabel A.
Verified owner · June 2024
She was so nice And I was a kid trying to get a dog and didn’t just like be so mean to me she talked to my mom and she responded so quickly and was so accepting with the day we got her. I’m so happy with my dog. She does a good job. She’s a good breeder and a nice person.
Alexandra M.
Verified owner · Oct. 2023
First off I want to start by saying Carrie was an amazing breeder! She really does take pride in her puppies and you can tell she cares about what she does!! She kept us updated from the time mama Maggie was pregnant all the way until we picked up!! We even got updates while the litter was being born to keep us updated!! As well as vet checks and videos. We picked out a beautiful blue Merle female and her name is myla! She is a perfect edition to our family and a very smart girl! In the 1 week we’ve had her she already has learned, sit, paw, here, stay, and her name! I could not have asked for a better experience when getting a puppy!
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Darun C.
Verified owner · Aug. 2023
We changed his name to Trunkski. He’s gotten bigger. We’re still trying to house train him, might take a while. Overall he’s doing great, liking the yard space, like running with the kids.
George B.
Verified owner · Oct. 2022
Carrie couldn't have been more helpful! The puppy is a real spitfire! Lots of spunk and a really high drive to learn and please. A true jewel.
Jeffrey M.
Verified owner · Apr. 2022
Carrie is an excellent choice of breeder if your looking for an Australian shepherd. She was always very quick to communicate and always kept you updated. The dogs she breeds are healthy and beautiful I have had no physical or mental problems with my girl coco. Carrie takes all the right precautions with getting her pups all the correct medical treatment they need before there forever home and she provides you with all the paperwork you need! I am so happy I found Carrie and how nice and welcoming she was to let me into her home and meet her dogs and see my puppy before the pick up date. She breeds dogs with dogs excellent temperament sweet, loving, smart and just the right amount of crazy to keep you laughing all day.