Happy-Go-Lucky Homestead
Meet the breeder
I'm Travis P., the breeder behind Happy-Go-Lucky Homestead located in Oak Harbor, WA. Happy-go-lucky Homestead offers loving companions, intelligent dogs for pets, show, or working. We are happy go lucky Homestead on Whidbey Island. Here we raise our two young children, goats, chickens, and dogs. We have two Australian Shepherds, Maisy and Rusty, and a working Great Pyrenees Lottie-Da. We love living in the PNW & our dog tag along for all our adventures and farm work.
Q. & A. with Travis
Why did you start breeding?
My wife grew up raising litters of hunting beagles so when we started our home with mini Australian Shepards it was a no-brainer! We pride ourselves with breeding healthy, well tempermented puppies that are exposed to other farm animals and young children. Now that we have the ability to share the joy that is owning an Australian Shepard and the great companion and adventure buddy they are.What makes your program special?
Our parents have the luxury to live and work on an active Homestead with chickens and goats and with plenty of room to run and play. Puppy litters are raised in doors where they get used to every day noises, routines, and loved on by small children daily. They are controlled exposed to our chickens, goats, and cat. And are started with a pellets potty training method early on.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle, black tri, 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.
Pumpkin
Went homeFemale
Hocus
Went homeMale
Salem
Went homeMale
Juniper
Went homeFemale
Pokus
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Travis
Travis 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
"The price includes parents health and DNA testing, deworming, first vaccine, flea treatment, and dew claw and tail docking. Puppy prices can range base off of coloring, eye coloring, and breed characteristics."
Contract & health guarantee
Travis 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 Travis 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 Travis directly.
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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- 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
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Travis.
Breeder's location
Meet in Oak Harbor, WA
5047 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Seattle–Tacoma Airport
5092 miles away
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Meet in Bellingham, WA
5018 miles away
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More about Travis
Travis has been a member of Good Dog for 11 months
Travis was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Travis is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Happy-Go-Lucky 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
Rusty, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Rusty
Rusty is our handsome well balanced boy. He is a confident and affectionate companion who shines at home and on the trail. Health tested and clear, with a medium energy level he transitions seamlessly from calm family to adventurous hiking and trail running companion. He is an eager to please dog with a steady personality, making him wonderful around our children, and farm animals. He brings reliability, warmth, and enjoyment to our life.
Good health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +1 more.Maisy, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Maisy
Maisy with her striking coat and soulful eyes, she turns heads wherever she goes but it’s her calm, affectionate personality that truly stands out. Naturally gentle and family oriented, she adores being part of every day life and is wonderful with children and other animals. She’s health tested clear, and eager to learn. She is a steady-tempered girl with a mellow energy level that makes her easy to take with us wherever. If we are spending the day at home or out exploring she is just happy to be by our side.
Good health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +1 more.
Parent health testing
Happy-Go-Lucky 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 Miniature Australian Shepherds.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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 (rDVM, not registered)
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 Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not 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.
