Farmstead Aussies

Lori S.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • Cottage Grove, OR
  • Responds within a few hours

Upcoming litters

Jazz
Mazzie

Expected Australian Shepherd litter

Due Mar. 2026

Ready May 10

Meet the breeder

I'm Lori S., the breeder behind Farmstead Aussies located in Cottage Grove, OR. We at Farmstead Aussies responsibly breed health-tested parents offering puppies who are less likely to have inherited diseases like hip dysplasia, bad elbows, and undesirable genetic diseases. Make an appointment to visit the farm and meet your new Aussie family member!

Q. & A. with Lori

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My best friend, “Trixie” and I had 15 years of adventures together. The last half of her life she suffered from elbow issues, as my faithful shadow she had the want and drive to work and play but it hurt her too badly. Trixie inspired me to offer folks a puppy whose parents were fully health tested for hips, eyes, and elbows including DNA testing for inherent diseases.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our goal is to produce healthy dogs with amazing temperaments whose parents have been fully health tested. We are dedicated advocates for proper breeding techniques.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include red & white, red 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.

Getting a puppy from Lori

Lori 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 $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Puppies will have been dewormed, have a veterinary exam, professional K9 eye exam CERF, microchipped and their first shot before leaving the Farmstead. A $1000 non-refundable deposit is required to hold a puppy. This deposit will be subtracted from the total price of the puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Lori 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 Lori 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 Lori 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
      • 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
      • AKC registration
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Cottage Grove, OR

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Mahlon Sweet Field

Meet in Portland, OR

More about Lori

  • Club memberships

    Lori is a member of American Kennel Club (AKC) and Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).

  • Certifications & recognitions

    American Kennel Club (AKC) Breeder, CHIC Certified Parent Dogs, Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA) Breeder.

  • Lori has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years

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

Lori is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Farmstead Aussies 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Farmstead Aussies 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.

  • Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), DNA Disease Panel

    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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Lori to bring home their puppies.

  • Scott D.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2025

    Lori was great very knowledgeable. The pups have a beautiful environment to grow up in. Met both the parents very happy with my choice.

    Dale S.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2025

    Lori was an incredible help to my wife and I as we adopted our first dog. We had plenty of questions that Lori patiently and thoroughly answered. She worked a lot with our Blaze to make sure that he would be ready for the transition to his new home. Blaze is already beloved by his many new cousins and friends.

    Victoria D.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

    We couldn't be happier that Faith has become part of our family. She's incredibly sweet, intelligent, and most importantly, healthy. From our very first communication with Lori, it was clear she has a deep love for Australian Shepherds and an encyclopedic knowledge of the breed. Thank you for providing such detailed information about Faith's personality and for giving us everything we needed to know. It was a perfect match; we don't know how we lived without Faith, she's family now.

  • David and Bonnie B.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2025

    Lori it’s an excellent breeder who is not just a breeder but is most concerned about making great partnerships between her kids and their new prospective people parents. She is the only one I have met who does behavior testing so you know just how much energy and patience you’ll need to devout to your new friend. She would absolutely be my first stop for any future Aussies!

    Scott H.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2025

    Lori is a great dog breeder/lover. I could tell upon meeting Lori that she takes great care of her Aussie pups. Lori had all of my new puppy, Grace's, vet records organized and in a folder. Lori provided some new toys and a towel with Grace's litter mates aromas for us to go home with. I would definitely recommend buying an Aussie puppy from Lori, as she takes the utmost care in her young and old Aussie doggies.

    Kimberly K.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2025

    Greta Grace Keith (aka Unity) We received her 2 days ago from Farmstead Aussies. The entire process, ably guided by Lori, was simple and rewarding. She also gave us a lesson in ‘leash training’ which was very helpful. Greta is very smart, picks up on things right away with little instruction. We were able to meet Greta‘s parents and play with Greta and her two brothers. Lori filled out all the paperwork, arranged for payment for Greta, and offered gifts and a blanket for Greta start in life with our family. She also rubbed a towel over Greta‘s brothers to give her sent she could recall as she ventures into the unknown with our family. Here at home, she quickly endeared herself to both of us, laying on our laps beside us on our chairs, and just exploring. She has two other dogs here, a little deer Chihuahua, Olivia, and a mixed breed Tessa with, which she started the family bonding experience. Tessa is about the size Greta will grow to. Interestingly enough, Tessa was more standoffish and nervous and Greta. Here we are only three days in and things are looking up – the two of them took turns playing with dog toys in front of each other – it’s a slow process, but they’ll be the best of friends soon. We cannot thank Lori-Farmstead Aussies-more for her kindness, patience, and thoroughness, and bringing Greta into our lives!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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