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Cottage Farm Aussies
- 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.
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 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 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
4218 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport
4151 miles away
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Meet in Newark, NJ
3859 miles away
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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 almost 6 years
Marcia was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
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
Marcia R.
Program update on 03 Sept. •The black tri 12
Parent dogs
Rocky, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Rocky
Rocky is a gentle natured third generation Cottage Farm Australian Shepherd. She has a wonderful disposition and nice confirmation and loves everyone she meets! She’s is a super sweet girl that wags her tail like a pinwheel. Rocky is genetically clear with good hips and elbows.
Journey, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Journey
Standard black tri male with two blue eyes minimal white and deep copper. Journey is a home grown third generation male out of stormy and sky. Journey is a gentle dog who loves people and other animals. He loves to do agility and is competitive at any sport. He also is an experienced dry land musher. He is a terrific all around dog with great confirmation and a winning personality.
Envy, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Envy
Stunning Blue Merle female with unique coloring and bright blue eyes. Quiet demeanor, prefers people vs the pack. Does my daily chores with me and never leaves my side. When we do get the herding ball out or swift paws she’s right on it. Super fast and loves competing in fast cat. Always wanting to please her humans and super tolerable of other animals while always showing respect.
Rosie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Rosie
Gorgeous black tri female with a nice blocky head, big blue eyes and all around great confirmation. She is as sweet as she is beautiful. Great producer of family dogs and emotional support dogs.
Rue, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Rue
Two blue eyes
Rainy, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Rainy
Two blue eyes
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.
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
