Elk Ridge Australian Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Donna F., the breeder behind Elk Ridge Australian Shepherds located in Banks, OR. I'm the Breeder behind Elk Ridge Aussies. I live on a 17 acre farm where I raise Australian Shepherds, Hay and Garlic! I work to raise and train Australian Shepherds in Agility, Dock Diving, Conformation and Obedience. I strive to raise happy, healthy puppies who are outstanding representatives of the breed!
Q. & A. with Donna
Why did you start breeding?
I grew up on a farm. We have always produced quality horses, goats, cattle and now dogs to share with others. Our breeding programs strive to produce high quality animals who improve the breed and are strong and healthy.What makes your program special?
I network with other breeders to continually learn and improve.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red & white, red merle, blue merle, red, 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.
Betty Davis
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Donna
Donna 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.
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
“Price includes a non-refundable $500 deposit. Our pet home puppies are $2500 no matter what color combo and or gender. . The deposit secures your spot on the waiting list. The order received determines your lineup in picking a puppy. Deposits are non-refundable but are transferable to any future litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Donna 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 Donna 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 Donna 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
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Donna.
Breeder's location
Meet in Banks, OR
2342 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Airport
2318 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Donna can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Donna
Club memberships
Donna is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder.
Donna has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Donna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Donna is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Elk Ridge 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
Litter and program updates
Donna F.
Litter update on 16 July 2025 •
Rivette and River's litter
Donna F.
Program update on 16 July 2025 •
Parent dogs
River, mom
Australian Shepherd
About River
River net met a stranger. She loves ALL who she meets - kids, dogs and other animals. She is gorgeous and very regal but playful and can be silly.
Olive 🫒, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Olive 🫒
Olive is a very correct, beautiful, stable, sweet, biddable female. She is very focused, connected and velcro. Loves her people! Olive is competitive and athletic. When competing she wins! Her puppies will be great performance/sport prospects. Finishable in conformation and great ALL around companions.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Elk Ridge 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.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 8 (NCL8), Australian Shepherd Type, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type, Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, Craniomandibular Osteopathy (CMO), Cone Degeneration, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).
