Dogwood & Sassafras Companions

Christy C.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, and Cavapoos

  • Mountain Grove, MO
  • Responds within an hour

Meet the breeder

I'm Christy C., the breeder behind Dogwood & Sassafras Companions located in Mountain Grove, MO. Every puppy we raise is adored as part of our family from birth. Our puppies will complete your home, your family, and your heart! We are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience, which includes remaining committed to responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming our puppies.

Q. & A. with Christy

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Cavapoo puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

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

    Our Australian Shepherd puppies include red & white, red merle, and red tri-color. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppies include blenheim and tri-color. Cavapoo puppies include red and blenheim. 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 Christy

Christy 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 $400 non-refundable deposit and between $900 - $2,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes a puppy that has been vet checked with Health Certificate, is current on vaccinations, has been dewormed, is ready for registration, and a go-home starter pack. . All puppies reserved will require a non-refundable $400 deposit, which is applied to the final puppy price.”

Contract & health guarantee

Christy 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 Christy 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 Christy 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Mountain Grove, MO

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Springfield–Branson National Airport

Meet in Rolla, MO

More about Christy

  • Club memberships

    Christy is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA) and MPBA - Missouri Pet Breeders Association .

  • Christy has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years

    Christy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Christy’s links

Christy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Dogwood & Sassafras Companions 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

All breeds

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Poodle

Australian Shepherd

Parent health testing

Australian Shepherd

Cavapoo

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Dogwood & Sassafras Companions 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.

  • Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), DNA Disease Panel

    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 Christy to bring home their puppies.

  • Julie S.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2025

    We had such a wonderful experience working with Christy. From the very beginning, the process was smooth and seamless—she guided us every step of the way and made sure we felt comfortable and informed. It’s clear how much care and love she puts into raising her puppies; they’re not only healthy and well-socialized, but also come from an environment filled with attention and kindness. We felt confident and supported throughout the entire journey, and we’re so grateful to have gotten Archie (Montego) through someone who truly prioritizes the wellbeing of her dogs. Highly recommend!

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    Billie H.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

      • +5

    Christy was wonderful! We got our precious Emmylou almost 2 weeks ago. She is amazing! Christy answered all my questions, sent pictures and even took some videos for me. She was very honest and it was obvious how much she loved the dogs. I would definitely recommend her and her beautiful dogs! Thank you for bringing us our new baby girl!

    Jason W.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2025

    Christy was *AWESOME* to work with. She’s very thorough and kept me updated on Tubbs weekly from the time I “reserved” Tubbs til the morning I met her to pick him up and bring him to his forever home. On the day we met, Christy was patient as Tubbs and I got to know each other, and she walked me through his folder of paperwork…puppy health records, registration papers, and she included the most precious “birth certificate” with his paw print 🐾 in a heart ❤️ and the cutest 5x7 picture of Tubbs! Tubbs is a healthy, confident, loving puppy. He’s now 13 weeks old and has been home with me for two weeks. He’s doing GREAT at all training…crate, potty, leash, and verbal/hand signal commands (COME, SIT, HEEL, etc.). I couldn’t be happier! I highly recommend Christy. It’s obvious that she cares for each & every pup.

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    Cathy H.

    Verified owner · May 2025

    Christy is a very kind person who genuinely loves her pups. Her love for them shines through all communications, at drop off, with the care package she sends home, and even with checking on your pup's arrival home. Margo (Jamaica) is a beautiful pup with a very happy, playful temperament. She learns quickly, and loves everyone she meets.

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    Nina H.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2025

    Christy was great with the whole process. This was my partner and I first puppy ever. She would answer all of our questions, and make sure the puppy was well taken care of. Even after we adopted bermuda, any questions we still had she would still answer. She really is great at her job, and when we met her you can tell she was passionate about what she does and really does care. She even went out of her way to go to the store get food for bermuda. she spent time to make blankets that have their mothers scent, make birth certificates, give them toys they feel comfortable with to make the transition easier. Christy is truly one of the best and we appreciate the joy that has come into our life because of her.

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    David R.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2025

    Christy was very personable and easy to work with. She was upfront and honest about everything. She was responsible with questions and details. Delivery dropoff was a breeze! I'm very pleased with my new pup!

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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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