Grog Creek Kennel
- Mooresboro, NC
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm James E., the breeder behind Grog Creek Kennel located in Mooresboro, NC. We are home-based breeders dedicated to bringing healthy, loving, and high-quality Australian Cattle Dogs into the homes and hearts of their forever families. We love our dogs and are passionate about raising our puppies to be the best family companions, working dogs or show prospects.
Q. & A. with James
Why did you start breeding?
Grog Creek Kennel came about when I bought my first AKC registered Cattle Dog in 2017. I love this breed dearly and I am very passionate about them and making this breed better.What makes your program special?
Here at Grog Creek Kennel we strive to raise puppies with the best temperament. We have been told everywhere we take our dogs that they have the best personality and are unlike other heelers, you know the aggressive, over protective one who doesn’t take well to strangers? We want our dogs to be able to be around anyone and everyone and not have any problems with temperament.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are blue. 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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from James
James 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 is $1500 for AKC Limited Registration. Full Registration will be more. Puppies go home with a 1 year health guarantee, AKC paperwork, be up to date on shots and deworming, microchipped with AKC Reunite and a puppy bag with food and treats. Your non-refundable deposit goes toward the overall price for the pup. This deposit holds your pup until they are able to come home with you.”
Contract & health guarantee
James 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 James 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 James 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
- Microchip
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from James.
Breeder's location
Meet in Mooresboro, NC
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Greenville–Spartanburg Airport (Roger Milliken Field)
More about James
James has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
James was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
James is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Grog Creek Kennel 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
Dixie, mom
Australian Cattle Dog
About Dixie
Dixie is a very high energy girl with an immense drive to please. She enjoys herding cows and sheep. Her favorite hobby is chasing the water hose. Dixie is a wonderful mom and is very attentive to her babies. She loves having a job to do. Dixie's sire was the 2018 puppy of the year, GCH CH REVOLVER DI MONTE TONICO, an import from Italy. She also has a pedigree full of Champions and Grand Champions.
Good health testing
Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd).
Rip, dad
Australian Cattle Dog
About Rip
Rip is a high energy, loving boy with a great personality. He loves to get all the attention and go for long runs to the creek. His favorite thing to do is eat his Purina Pro Plan. Rip has a wonderful pedigree that goes back to GCH CH HILLHAVEN BULL BY THE HORNS along with many other Champions and Grand Champions.
Good health testing
Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 4 (rcd4), +1 more.
Daisy, mom
Australian Cattle Dog
About Daisy
Daisy is a female Australian Cattle Dog over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, James decided to make her part of their program. James 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.
Good health testing
Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd).
Smoke, dad
Australian Cattle Dog
About Smoke
Smoke is a male Australian Cattle Dog about 9 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, James decided to make him part of their program. James 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.
Great health testing
Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +2 more.
Luna, mom
Australian Cattle Dog
About Luna
Luna is a female Australian Cattle Dog almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, James decided to make her part of their program. James 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.
Great health testing
Primary Lens Luxation (PLL), PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 4 (rcd4), +3 more.
Parent health testing
Great level
Grog Creek Kennel 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 Cattle Dogs.
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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Dysplasia 4 (rcd4), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Primary Lens Luxation (PLL)
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 James to bring home their puppies.
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Eric S.
Verified owner · Feb. 2026
James was very helpful and kind. He was very responsive and caring when we talked. His dogs are beautiful and exhibit everything you want from an ACD. Could not be more thankful for his help during my search for a puppy.
