Country Time Kennels

Alexis & Machelle P.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • Argyle, IA
  • Responds within a few days

Available puppies

Jenga

Ready July 12

7 weeks old · Female

Sorry

Ready July 12

7 weeks old · Male

Chess

Ready July 12

7 weeks old · Male

Doritos

Ready now

3 months old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Alexis & Machelle P., the breeder behind Country Time Kennels located in Argyle, IA. Our focus is on breeding healthy and happy puppies that can bring just as much joy to their families as our dogs do for us. We are very hands-on with our puppies and give them plenty of unconditional love and attention!

Q. & A. with Alexis & Machelle

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

    Our puppies include red & white, black & white, 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 and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Alexis & Machelle

Alexis & Machelle 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $600 - $1,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price varies per pup and what type of registration (full or limited) you are seeking. All deposits are non-refundable unless something happens to the pup while in our care.”

Contract & health guarantee

Alexis & Machelle 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 & Machelle 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 & Machelle directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Alexis & Machelle.

Breeder's location

Meet in Argyle, IA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Quincy Airport


Meet in Chicago, IL

More about Alexis & Machelle

  • Alexis & Machelle has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Alexis & Machelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Alexis & Machelle’s links

Alexis & Machelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Country Time 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 dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Country Time 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 Shepherds.

  • Brucellosis

    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), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS CUBN Exon 53), Border Collie Type, Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), GenSol Diagnostics DNA Testing, 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 Alexis & Machelle to bring home their puppies.

  • Cynthia L.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    I decided my 18 month old Australian shepherd needed a friend, so I drove several hours to get an 8 week old Aussie from Alexis & Machelle in January 2026. It was absolutely THE best decision! Their communication was on point and everything about working with them was seamless. My new baby and her "older brother" are best friends. I highly recommend Country Time Kennels on every level. 10 outta 10 ladies! Thank you!!!

  • Isabella S.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2023

    Country time kennels was amazing to work with! I got the exact type of dog I was looking for!

Photos

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.

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