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Faith Valley Australian Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Candace R., the breeder behind Faith Valley Australian Shepherds located in Katy, TX. I strive to raise health tested, temperament balanced, structurally sound, working, performance or companion puppies! We raise, love, and socialize our litters in our home, it’s truly a blessing to share this amazing breed.
Q. & A. with Candace
Why did you start breeding?
I first found my love for the Australian Shepherd in 2014, and the moment I got my hands on one I knew they were something special, soon after I found the perfect little girl and started my program! I’ve been carefully producing the best litters I can since, and it’s truly been an honor!What makes your program special?
When looking for buyers a relationship and friendship is something so important to us! I vow to be at your beckon call for questions, calls, concerns, dogsitting, and so much more! I will always take our puppies back for a life time, and love to see them grow and thrive in their new families! Our puppies are carefully evaluated to place with just the right families, and forever held in my heart!Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Candace
Candace 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 $200 deposit and between $800 - $1,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“We price our puppies accordingly for each litter, they will depend on what the puppy may be capable of, quality and purpose of the litter and registration type. Deposits are not accepted until puppies are 6-8 weeks of age for evaluation purposes, it is non-refundable unless discussed otherwise, once your deposit is placed the remainder will be due at pick up.”
Contract & health guarantee
Candace 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 Candace 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 Candace 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 Candace.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Katy, TX
1222 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport
1191 miles away
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More about Candace
Candace has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Candace was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Candace is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Faith Valley 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
Ellie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Ellie
Ellie is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Candace decided to make her part of their program. Candace 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.
Koda, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Koda
Koda is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Candace decided to make him part of their program. Candace 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Faith Valley 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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), 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).
