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Cobalt Kennels
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Cobalt Kennels located in Fairfield, CA. We raise an occasional litter when we are striving to improve the quality of our dogs and the Australian Cattle Dog breed. All dogs that are born, live, or raised at Cobalt Kennels are raised with love and respect, handled daily, and given ample exercise and attention.
Q. & A. with Alexis
Why did you start breeding?
I started as a young girl with an borrowed ACD competing in conformation, showmanship and obedience. My love and dedication to the Australian Cattle Dog Breed grew steadily from there.What makes your program special?
We believe that it is important as breeders to take responsibility and health test our breeding dogs for OFA reviewed hip and elbow structure clearances, BAER (hearing tests), and PRA-prcd (deteriorating vision).Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Alexis
Alexis 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All of our puppies go to their new homes with paid and completed AKC registration and a registered microchip. health records, baer test results and more in a binder and other goodies. I only require a deposit once the puppies are old enough to start deciding which homes would be a good match- this would be at 4-6 weeks of age, and the buyer want's to make a solid commitment to purchase.”
Contract & health guarantee
Alexis 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 Alexis 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 Alexis 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 fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Alexis.
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Puppy pick-up locations
Alexis will coordinate all the details with you.
Meet in Fairfield, CA
Meet at SMF airport
Meet at SFO airport
Meet at OAK airport
Puppy transport options
Alexis offers options to safely drop-off your new puppy.
More about Alexis
Club memberships
Alexis is a member of Gold Coast Australian Cattle Dog Club and Australian Cattle Dog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
ACDCA Code Of Ethics Breeder, AKC Breeder of Merit.
Alexis has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Alexis was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Alexis is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Cobalt Kennels 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Cobalt Kennels 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.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Primary Lens Luxation (PLL)
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).
