Devon’s ACDs
Meet the breeder
I'm Linda N., the breeder behind Devon’s ACDs located in Fallbrook, CA. We are dedicated to helping you to find your perfect companion, Show and Performance Australian Cattle Dog. Puppies are socialized, healthy and prepared to excel in their forever homes. Free Kindergarten Puppy Training classes come with our puppies. We love our dogs and know you will too!
Q. & A. with Linda
Why did you start breeding?
I got my first ACD when I bought my first cattle ranch. I was very particular in the quality and registration of my first ACD. Not only did she excel in herding my cattle but became the #1 ACD in the country in 1977 and Brood Bitch of the Year in 1981. She never let me down-Her kids, grandkids, great grandkids etc. are behind all my dogs as well as those of many top breeders in the US.What makes your program special?
I have my pups in my home where I can constantly monitor, handle and train them from a very early age. To ensure a long, healthy life, all my dogs are DNA tested Clear, Baer tested full hearing and from OFA certified parents. The satisfied owners of my previous pups are my best advertisement.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are blue. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Linda
Linda 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 $200 refundable deposit and $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee, AKC & Reunite registration, vaccinations, worming, Baer test, KPT puppy training & socialization. Free Puppy classes after adoption. All our puppies are the same price regardless of color or sex.”
Contract & health guarantee
Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Fallbrook, CA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at San Diego Airport
More about Linda
Club memberships
Linda is a member of Australian Cattle Dog Club of Greater Los Angeles and Australian Cattle Dog Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, AKC Breeder of Merit.
Linda has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Linda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Linda is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Devon’s ACDs 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Devon’s ACDs 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 Cattle Dogs.
Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary), 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.
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.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 4 (rcd4), DNA Profile, Dilated Cardiomyopathy 2 (DCM2), Dilated Cardiomyopathy 1 (DCM1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Primary Lens Luxation (PLL)
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).
