Ellison Family Homestead

Lexi H.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

Meet the breeder

I'm Lexi H., the breeder behind Ellison Family Homestead located in Fresno, CA. Hello! We breed dual AKC/ASCA registered Australian Shepherd puppies that are family-raised in our home. Our dogs are, first and foremost, members of our family and we love them as such. Both dam and sire live with us full-time and we have raised them since they were both pups. Our puppies are started on a program of socialization early, including with children and farm animals. Both dam and sire are genetically tested and health checked. We strive to produce beautiful puppies of sound mind and body.

Q. & A. with Lexi

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We started breeding to produce puppies of sound mind and body. We love to share our love of the breed with others and hope that our puppies can bring as much happiness to other families as they do for us.
  • What makes your program special?

    We do not breed multiple litters at a time or breed multiple dams and sires. We own both dam and sire which has allowed us to assess their temperaments, growth, potential, and abilities. We know that this paring will produce wonderful family and farm dogs. If at anytime, your life situation has changed and you can no longer care for the dog, we require that the dog be returned to us. As stewards of the breed, we will always accept the return of dogs we produced who is in need of a new home.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, and red. 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.

Getting a puppy from Lexi

Lexi 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $750 - $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“This price includes paperwork for limited registration with the American Kennel Club (AKC) and the Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA). Puppies will have had their dew claws removed, tails docked, and all age-appropriate shots at the time of pickup. We will include a health guarantee, a shot record, a toy with the scent of the puppy's littermates, a puppy blanket, and a small bag of the puppy's current dog food. The $250 non-refundable deposit holds your place on the waitlist. Please only submit your deposit once your application has been approved. Deposits are transferrable to the next litter if the puppy you desire is not available in the current litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Lexi 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 Lexi 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 Lexi 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
      • 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
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Fresno, CA

5660 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Fresno Yosemite Airport

5661 miles away

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More about Lexi

  • Club memberships

    Lexi is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).

  • Lexi has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Lexi was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Lexi’s links

Lexi is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Ellison Family Homestead 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Ellison Family Homestead 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.

  • 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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)

    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).

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