Cottage Farm Aussies

Marcia R.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • Tekonsha, MI
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Meet the breeder

I'm Marcia R., the breeder behind Cottage Farm Aussies located in Tekonsha, MI. We plan to have one litters per year so we can continue the necessary activities to invest in our puppies future. Our goal is to provide high quality, well-socialized puppies that, with the correct nurturing, will become incredible dogs and provide a lifetime of joy and happiness for their owners. Our hope is that your love for the Australian Shepherd breed will grow as ours has.

Q. & A. with Marcia

  • Why did you start breeding?

    After more than a decade of owning, rescuing & rehoming many Australian Shepherds we decided to breed our two AKC registered females and set out on a search for the perfect male companion. We wanted a dog that had been bred by a responsible caring Breeder, that was at a minimum five generations out and that had a clear genetic panel of the most common genetic defects that Aussies are prone to. We found that in Canyon Creek Aussies where we purchased our male Canyon Creek The Rainmaker.

  • What makes your program special?

    We whelp our pups in our home, expose them to biosensor training, socialize them with children, adults and other animals both in the house and in the barn. We expose them to loud noises, unexpected situations, parades, fireworks, car rides, vacuuming and the like, all to make them stronger, smarter and more tolerant dogs that will provide a lifetime of happiness to their new families. We take great care in providing excellent puppies for first time to experienced dog owners.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, and red. 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.

Getting a puppy from Marcia

Marcia 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 $500 deposit and between $500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“We assess and price our puppies individually. A $500 deposit is required to hold a puppy. This can be transferred to a different dog & will be applied to the purchase price.”

Contract & health guarantee

Marcia 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 Marcia 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 Marcia 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
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Tekonsha, MI

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Gerald R. Ford Airport

Meet in Chicago, IL

More about Marcia

  • Club memberships

    Marcia is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Whelping and Medical Intervention Course Completed (AKC), Certificate in Managing Genetics for the Future (Institute of Canine Biology), Puppy Culture Breeder, Fitness and Nutrition Diploma (e-Training for Dogs), AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Marcia has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years

    Marcia was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Marcia’s links

Marcia is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Cottage Farm 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Cottage Farm 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 (Preliminary)

    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 (Preliminary)

    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.

  • PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Animal Genetics Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 6 (NCL 6), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type

    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 Marcia to bring home their puppies.

  • Colleen M.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

    Marcia and her husband are such great people! I FaceTimed with them and got to meet them and the puppies, along with the puppies’ mom and dad and all of the adult dogs. The house and barn are beautiful and such a great environment. After deciding on my puppy, they offered to meet me in their path while dropping off another puppy and it was 40 minutes from my house. They were so accommodating and gave so much great information and background. I could not be happier with the puppy I chose! I named him Koda and he is just a little cutie pie and so very smart! He already knows so many tricks and is always eager to learn! He has beautiful markings and I know he is going to grow up to be a gorgeous dog! He has caught on very quickly to the routine and has adapted to my home with my two cats. He’s made so many friendships with the dogs and people in the neighborhood. I love him so much and I’m eager to watch him grow into adulthood in the years to come! Thank you so much for my wonderful little boy!!

    Cody J.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    Marcia is THE best breeder I could’ve gotten a dog from. Super informative, patient, and passionate. You can tell she cares about her dogs and will work with you to make sure you and the puppy are happy. 10/10, couldn’t be happier

  • Autumn C.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2026

      • +4

    Marcia was AMAZING! She answered any and all questions we had. We FaceTimed and she showed us where the pups are living and what they’ve been up to! She is extremely knowledgeable about the breed. Not only that but you can tell the passion she has for dogs. She truly cares about them. That meant a lot to us. I can’t recommend cottage farm aussies enough. Thank you for our amazing Archie!

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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.