Desert Wind Kennels

Valerie A.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds and Belgian Malinois

  • Golden Valley, AZ
  • Responds within an hour

Meet the breeder

I'm Valerie A., the breeder behind Desert Wind Kennels located in Golden Valley, AZ. Our breeding program focuses on maintaining the unique characteristics specific to Belgian Malinois and Australian Shepherds while striving to produce puppies of superior health, temperament, and conformation. We are proud of our dogs and their puppies, and it is always our goal to preserve and better the breed with each litter. Every Belgian Malinois Puppy is temperament tested, has first shots and deworming, and is microchipped. All parents are genetically tested for breeding compatibility to reduce the chance of genetic health issues. Their hips are OFA Good or better with elbows normal. Eyes are cleared by a canine ophthalmologist.

Q. & A. with Valerie

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

    Our Australian Shepherd puppies include blue merle and black tri-color. Belgian Malinois puppies include mahogany and fawn. 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 Valerie

Valerie 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.

Valerie partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.

“We make an exceptional effort to place each puppy with their forever family based on matching the puppy's temperament and capabilities along with the owners purpose and experience.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $600 deposit and $1,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes temperament testing, first shots & deworming, micro chip, socialization, and registration. Puppies raised with Puppy Culture. Deposit covers raising and placing your puppy so the deposit is non-refundable unless your puppy is is placed with another buyer at the original asking price.”

Contract & health guarantee

Valerie 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 Valerie 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 Valerie 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
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Toys
      • AKC registration
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Golden Valley, AZ

5590 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Harry Reid Airport

5569 miles away

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Meet in Las Vegas, NV

5563 miles away

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More about Valerie

  • Certifications & recognitions

    CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder, Avidog Associate.

  • Valerie has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years

    Valerie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

Valerie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Desert Wind 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

All breeds

Australian Shepherd

Belgian Malinois

Parent health testing

Australian Shepherd

Belgian Malinois

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Desert Wind 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.

  • PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), 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 Valerie to bring home their puppies.

  • Kevin B.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    Valerie was great to work with. Communication was great. She spent some time learning about our family and home environment and used that to match the best fit in the litter to us. We couldn't be happier with our new pup. He is a sweetheart and so chill and self assured. He was crate trained in no time. Valerie made the whole process easy and answered all of our questions. I highly recommend Desert Wind Kennels.

    Stephanie S.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2025

    Our experience with Valerie was top notch! You can tell she really cares about the well being of her puppies. She was very responsive and matched us perfectly with our princess. We couldn't be happier. Thank you so much Valerie!

    Lavelle S.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2024

    Awesome experience! Valerie was great every step of the way ! We are happy to now be a part of the desert wind family !

  • Caroline H.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    So far very healthy boy, gave me a collar and papers for Australian Shepherd registration

    Greer H.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    Valerie was amazing to work with, she cares very deeply about making sure her puppies are a match to your lifestyle. We are over the moon about our girl, she has such an amazing personality and temperament. 10/10 experience.

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    Andrew M.

    Verified owner · Nov. 2024

    Valerie was a great person to work with. Since day one she has been very helpful with any questions. She takes very good care of the puppies and she makes sure her puppies are going to a great home. That says a lot about her. Valerie always responds fast and is constantly updating you about the puppies as they grow. I told her what type of puppy I was looking for and she made sure she gave me the perfect puppy that will suit my lifestyle.

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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.