Dovehawk Australian Shepherds
- Tijeras, NM
- Responds within a few days
Upcoming litters
Planned Australian Shepherd litter
Due June 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Kimberly C., the breeder behind Dovehawk Australian Shepherds located in Tijeras, NM. Our dogs are extensively health tested per breed requirements (CHIC), plus additional testing is done including full Color & Health panel testing, Thyroid, Heart, Dentition, etc.. They all live in our home with full run of our fully fenced 5 acres. We do conformation, and a variety of performance and sports with our dogs. We like to keep in mind these are working dogs first but have a nice off switch to hang out and watch TV in the evening.
Q. & A. with Kimberly
Why did you start breeding?
I worked for a Show breeder of Alaskan Malamutes and received my first show dog in 2004, an Alaskan Malamute who quickly achieved his AKC Championship. I then was introduced to an Australian Shepherd that frequented work with his owners who was also a show dog, I quickly fell in love with his personality and looks, it was not much longer after that I got my first Aussie and started showing and focusing on the breed specifically.What makes your program special?
We focus on health, temperament, and versatility. We want dogs that are still able to do what they were originally bred for with a good off switch and compatible with living a pedestrian lifestyle. Our goal is to preserve the breed as preservation breeders.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red & white, black & white, 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.
Paige
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Kimberly
Kimberly 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.
Kimberly 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 8 weeks old.
“While we do our best to accommodate sex and color preferences, We make our matches primarily based upon the temperament and energy level of the puppy and expectations and environment of potential owners. We try to accommodate color/sex requests but cannot make guarantees until evaluations are completed after 8-10 weeks. Puppy placements are NOT made on a first come first serve bases. The puppy is placed on best fit. Many factors are involved in making these decisions (personality /energy level etc) Our first priority is to match the puppy with the right family. Deposits will be returned if we do not have a puppy that we feel fit the family.”
Price
“All puppies or dogs no matter the quality or intended purpose are $2700 unless otherwise publicly noted. When a reservation for a dog or puppy is placed, a non-refundable deposit of $500 is required, which will be deducted from the purchase price of the dog or puppy. No dog or Puppy will be held without a deposit. Deposits are taken once litter has been on the ground and thriving after 3 days and you have been previously approved for a Dovehawk puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kimberly 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 Kimberly 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 Kimberly 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
- Scent introduction
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Extras
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kimberly.
Breeder's location
Meet in Tijeras, NM
1611 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Albuquerque Sunport
1623 miles away
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Meet in Pueblo, CO
1460 miles away
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More about Kimberly
Club memberships
Kimberly is a member of United States Australian Shepherd Association (USASA) and Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Kimberly has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Kimberly was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Kimberly is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dovehawk Australian Shepherds 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
Phoebe, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Phoebe
Phoebe is a female Australian Shepherd over 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kimberly decided to make her part of their program. Kimberly has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Dentition, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +4 more.Sassy, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Sassy
Spayed
Excellent health testing
Dentition, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +4 more.Dallas, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Dallas
Dallas is a male Australian Shepherd over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kimberly decided to make him part of their program. Kimberly has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Full Embark Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +3 more.Dreamer, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Dreamer
Dreamer is a male Australian Shepherd over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kimberly decided to make him part of their program. Kimberly has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Dentition, Full Embark Panel, +6 more.Dean, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Dean
Dean is a male Australian Shepherd over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kimberly decided to make him part of their program. Kimberly has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Dentition, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, +6 more.Becca, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Becca
Becca is a female Australian Shepherd about 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kimberly decided to make her part of their program. Kimberly has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Excellent health testing
Full Embark Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +3 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Dovehawk Australian Shepherds 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.
Cardiac Evaluation , Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Dentition, Brucellosis, 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.
D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 8 (NCL8), Setter Type, Agouti DNA Test, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, DNA Profile, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
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).
