Dandelion Farms PDX
Meet the breeder
I'm Jennifer R., the breeder behind Dandelion Farms PDX located in Portland, OR. Our puppies are raised with love. We hold and cuddle these little guys daily, in a calm and quieting environment, using techniques from ENS to desensitize and socialize their growing brains. Our puppies will go home pre-crate trained and pre-potty trained from the age of 2 1/2 weeks.
Q. & A. with Jennifer
Why did you start breeding?
We have raised our daughters along with arabian horses, saint croix sheep, araucana chickens, calico cats and a variety of sheepdogs just west of Portland on our largely fenced five-acre farm. We have been breeding saint croix sheep for years, to enjoy their lovely lambchops and make parchment from their skins for bookbinding. We are new to dog breeding, but are working closely with our mentor, Carey, on facebook at PeacocksPrideAustralianShepherds.What makes your program special?
We appreciate the essential benefits a tail provides for dogs, helping them to express their many emotions, communicate with humans and other canines, and enhance their balance, like a rudder on a ship. Docking tails originated with working aussies who risked cows stepping on their tails, or coming home from herding sheep with tails full of burrs and sticks. Tail docking is illegal in most of the world, where countries have ratified the European Convention for the Protection of Pet Animals. So we choose to decline this painful experience of cutting and stitching to eliminate young puppies' tails, in favor of retaining the beautiful furry bloom our pups have been given at birth.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle and black 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.
Roma
Went homeFemale
Amate
Went homeFemale
Lokta
Went homeMale
Washi
Went homeFemale
Somerset/Marshall
Went homeMale
Khadi
Went homeMale
Ogura
Went homeFemale
Gampi
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Jennifer
Jennifer 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 $1,000 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Since our dogs' health has been test proven for hips, elbows, eyes and the full genetic panel, these puppies are beginning their lives with a clear advantage. Before they go home with you, they will receive their early vaccinations, microchip, deworming, and health tested with vet examinations. We offer a health guarantee, and as any reputable breeder, will accept the puppy back to our farm at any time, should unexpected circumstances arise in the future. We send our puppies home with a 'Starter Kit', which includes AKC registration, blanket with mama's scent, toy with litter mates' scent, bag of their puppy food, collar and leash, and 'Helpful Tips for Puppy Owners' booklet. Once approved, $500 non-refundable deposit required to retain your puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Jennifer.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Portland, OR
5216 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Airport
5210 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Jennifer can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Jennifer
Club memberships
Jennifer is a member of ASCA, AKC, Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA), and AKC.
Jennifer has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Jennifer was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Jennifer is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dandelion Farms PDX 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
Ruby, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Ruby
Sweet Mama Ruby is taking good care of her pups. She loves to cuddle and take walks and play fetch.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Dandelion Farms PDX 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).
