I'm Lita U., the breeder behind FullMoon K9s’ located in Syracuse, NY. At FullMoon K9s’ we do all genetic/color testing and OFAS on our dogs. Our pups are raised in a family environment. We breed a high family temperament and calm demeanor for service dog needs and quality. We start to deworm at 2 weeks and then bi-weekly until home dates at 8 weeks.
Q. & A. with Lita
Why did you start breeding?
My love for animals my entire life let me know I wanted a career in the animal field somehow. I wanted to start a breeding program so families could surround themselves with love and build lasting memories with furry family members for years to come just as my family has done.
What makes your program special?
My breeding program is special because I not only breed AKC Australian Shepards but I breed them to be family members or service dogs depending on the needs of the person they will go to their forever homes for( I start training). I breed my dogs around family and children so that from a young age they have all sorts of life experiences so that behaviors are top notch through and through.
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 and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Lita
Lita 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 $1,250 - $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Our price covers vaccines, AKC registration, deworming, and vet costs until they are headed to their forever homes. We are fair with our pricing because we train and put work into our pups! We have a non-refundable deposit to ensure trustworthy people for our dogs to go home to. When a pup that is suitable for you a 250 deposit is required!”
Contract & health guarantee
Lita 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 Lita 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 Lita directly.
FullMoon K9s’ 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
FullMoon K9s’ 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 (Preliminary)
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 (Preliminary)
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), 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).