Dancing M Kennels

Sanona M.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • Vernal, UT
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Sanona M., the breeder behind Dancing M Kennels located in Vernal, UT. Welcome to Dancing M Kennels, located in Utah, our love for dogs meets dedication to responsible breeding practices. We specialize in nurturing healthy, happy, and well-socialized pups that bring joy to their forever families.

Q. & A. with Sanona

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Although I am just starting this exciting new journey, I have owned Australian Shepherd my whole life! Since I've owned the breed for so long, I have great insight into their traits, temperament, and care needs—an excellent foundation for breeding. I am committed to the breed as a whole and want to be an asset in the future of Australian Shepherd breed and community.
  • What makes your program special?

    Our journey begins with a deep commitment to the well-being of our dogs. Each breeding pair is carefully selected for their temperament, health, and genetic soundness, ensuring that every puppy represents the best qualities of their breed. Our dogs are raised in a loving environment, surrounded by care, and trained to develop into confident companions.
  • 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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Sanona

Sanona 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 non-refundable deposit and between $750 - $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Full registration/limited registration Blue Merles Red Merle’s Black Tris Red Tris Partial Registration Blue Merles Red Merle’s Black Tris Red Tris.”

Contract & health guarantee

Sanona 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 Sanona 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 Sanona 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
      • Socialized with children
      • 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
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Vernal, UT

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Salt Lake City Airport


Meet in Vernal, UT

More about Sanona

  • Sanona has been a member of Good Dog for 7 months

    Sanona was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • Sanona’s links

Sanona is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Dancing M 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Dancing M 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.

  • 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Sanona to bring home their puppies.

  • Teresa C.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Sanona was wonderful! She answered all my questions before getting Autumn. She sent videos and pictures often. She was honest and her love for being a breeder showed me how much she loved what she was doing. I would recommend Sanona.

    Allie P.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    We got our first pup with Dancing M Kennels (Australian Shepherd). Working with Sanona was such an awesome experience! She is so responsive, accommodating and helpful! You can tell how much she cares for her puppies. They are so, so loved! She helps you so much along the way and stands behind her business! Highly recommend!

    Aimee J.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    Sanona was so responsive and wonderful to work with! I got regular updates and Maisie has been the best puppy I’ve ever had. I can tell that they put a lot of care into these puppies!

  • Hannah P.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    Had a wonderful experience with Sanona; she answered all of our questions from temperament, parent info, black mouth, and even to the almond ridge on Buckaroo Owan Von Proksch’s head.

    Kimberly M.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    What a great experience this was! Sanona was quick to communicate and share information. Was easy to work with for arrangements for transportation too. We could not be happier with our new fluffy best friend and highly recommend Sanona and Dancing M Kennels!

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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.

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