Elemental Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Ashling C., the breeder behind Elemental Shepherds located in New Mexico. We are a small hobby breeder that breeds quality Australian Shepherds for temperament and standard. Our dogs live in our home and guardian homes, they are our pets first and foremost.
Q. & A. with Ashling
Why did you start breeding?
I had done a lot of research on the breed and wanted to help others get a great, well balanced Aussie so I decided to start breeding.What makes your program special?
We truly care about the pups we produce. We love updates, we follow all Instagram accounts/Facebook pages. We do Early Neurological Stimulation and we do the best we can to prepare the puppies for their new home. We have a questionnaire that every interested party must fill out. We are not first come first serve and we guide you towards the pup that best fits your needs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Ashling
Ashling 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $900 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“$300 non-refundable deposit. Deposits can be moved to a different litter. We price all our puppies the same, not based on coat or eye color or gender. The only price difference is co-own vs pet home.”
Contract & health guarantee
Ashling 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 Ashling 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 Ashling 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 Ashling.
Breeder’s location
Meet in New Mexico
1600 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Albuquerque Sunport
1623 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Ashling can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Ashling
Ashling has been a member of Good Dog for about 6 years
Ashling was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Ashling is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Elemental 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
Rowan, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Rowan
Rowan is our red-factored blue merle male. He resides in a guardian home with my mother, but he is able to be studded out to select females. He is a retired service dog and is a beloved member of the family these days. He is half-brother to our girl Willow.
Willow, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Willow
Willow is our sweet and spicy red tri girl! She is 4 years old and loooooves to get dirty and play in the water outside and curl up at my feet inside. She talks back a bit when she’s feeling spicy, but overall she’s just a sweet loving girl. We’re hoping to find a place to start dock diving with her soon!
Blaze, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Blaze
Blaze was my first Aussie. The "one that started it all" as they say. She is the mother of Rowan, our stud, and Willow, our up and coming female. She has crossed over the rainbow bridge, but her legacy continues on through her children.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Elemental 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.
Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), 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).
