I'm Dennis W., the breeder behind Cowboy Aussies located in Winslow, ME. My dogs are bred to the ASCA & AKC standards. All adults are health tested and you are welcome to see documentation of this.
Health and temperament are a high priority at Cowboy Aussies. In addition to being great family companions, my dogs train and trial in Stockdog events (herding) and also Conformation.
Q. & A. with Dennis
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include 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.
Annie
Went home
Female
Abby
Went home
Female
Claire
Went home
Female
Corey
Went home
Male
Coal
Went home
Male
Calvin
Went home
Male
Captain
Went home
Male
Chunky
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Dennis
Dennis 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 $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
Contract & health guarantee
Dennis 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 Dennis 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 Dennis directly.
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
Puppy starter kit
AKC registration
Initial potty training
Toys
Food & treats
Basic obedience & manners
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Dennis.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Winslow, ME
3511 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Airport
5210 miles away
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Meet in Boston, MA
3663 miles away
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More about Dennis
Dennis has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 year
Dennis was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Dennis is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Cowboy 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
Parent dogs
Dani, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Dani
Dani finished her championship with ease. Dani is a favorite with everyone that meets her, from veterinary staff to dog show judges and many more. Her sweet disposition is hard not to like.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Cowboy 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
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.
Degenerative Myelopathy Early-Onset Risk Modifier, Pembroke Welsh Corgi Type, Early Adult Onset Deafness (EAOD), DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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).