I'm Rachel K., the breeder behind CT Aussies located in East Hartford, CT.
Q. & A. with Rachel
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Cinnamon
Went home
Female
Zola
Went home
Female
Nakia
Went home
Female
Hondo
Went home
Male
Groot
Went home
Male
Kodak
Went home
Male
Midnight
Went home
Female
Bailey
Went home
Female
Taz
Went home
Male
Kona
Went home
Male
Lily
Went home
Female
Lulu
Went home
Female
Cupid
Went home
Male
Snickers
Went home
Male
Sapphire
Went home
Female
Gronk
Went home
Male
Bluebell
Went home
Female
Harmony
Went home
Female
Flash
Went home
Male
Reeses
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Rachel
Rachel 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
Connect with Rachel to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Rachel 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 Rachel 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 Rachel directly.
CT 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
Rachel K.
Litter update on 08 July •
Such a beautiful liter! Nothing better than cuddles!
Rolo and Nala's litter
Rachel K.
Litter update on 02 July •
Puppies have arrived!! 6 puppies will be ready to go home at end of August! Message me if you’re interested in adopting one of these beautiful puppies!!
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Rolo and Nala's litter
Rachel K.
Program update on 27 Mar. •
Nakia, a beautiful black tri girl, with the most amazing friendly personality is our last puppy left! Hoping to find her an amazing home!
Rachel K.
Program update on 19 Mar. •
Kodak, Midnight, and Nakia! The black tris in this liter have the most friendly and playful personalities, but everyone always goes for the pretty colors, hoping to find them loving forever homes!
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Rachel K.
Program update on 26 Feb. •
Rachel K.
Litter update on 26 Feb. •
Puppies are ready to go home! They are all healthy and growing into beautiful dogs boys and girls! Message me if you’re interested and would like to come and meet them!
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Rolo and Rosie's litter
Parent dogs
Nala, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Nala
Nala is gentle natured and loves her snuggles. She will play fetch with you all day long!
Rosie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Rosie
Rosie is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rachel decided to make her part of their program. Rachel has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Mia, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Mia
Mia is so full of love, always trying to snuggle up next to you. She absolutely loves playing with her toys, although they never seem to last long!
Rolo, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Rolo
Rolo is gentle natured and loves playing outside with any stick he can find, no matter how big! He is an absolute love bug who loves spending his days outside!
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
CT 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.
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).