HCA Aussies

Rochelle T.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • Turlock, CA
  • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm Rochelle T., the breeder behind HCA Aussies located in Turlock, CA. We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love! While our goal is to share loving puppies with families, we are still a selective program. We only breed when we’re sure we can produce the healthiest and best example of the breed possible.

Q. & A. with Rochelle

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I got into breeding not long after we got our first dog, Blue. Fell in love with the breed but desired for more breeders that were willing to not dock tails. So we do just that. We believe they are just too beautiful!

  • What makes your program special?

    Our program is special because it’s family oriented. Our kids are with us every step of the way, gleaning a life long skill & learning to care for animals much smaller than them. Our puppies are raised among kids from the ages of 13-8 months old, these puppies don’t know a life where they aren’t held or picked up every chance they get ;) It’s been such a rewarding journey doing this with our kids.

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

    Our puppies include red merle, black tri-color, 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 Rochelle

Rochelle 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Rochelle partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $200 refundable deposit and between $2,300 - $2,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Our tri colored puppies are $2500, with limited registration- full registration/breeding rights are $3500 Merle’s are $3000, full rights are $4000. A non-refundable deposit is required to secure the puppy if purchased prior to 8 weeks.”

Contract & health guarantee

Rochelle 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 Rochelle 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 Rochelle directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • 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
    • Extras
      • Registration
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Turlock, CA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Sacramento

Meet in Sacramento, CA

More about Rochelle

  • Club memberships

    Rochelle is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).

  • Rochelle has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Rochelle was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Rochelle’s links

Rochelle is a trusted Good Dog breeder

HCA 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

Good level

HCA 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.

  • 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.

  • 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).

Verified owner stories

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

  • Irene H.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    Rochelle has been very communicative since the first day I messaged her. I don’t just look at the puppies — I also pay attention to how breeders treat the parent dogs, and it’s clear that Rochelle cares for them deeply and ethically. So far, Nami is such a healthy, active and sweet pup, and we’re so happy to have her. Our vet have a little concerned about Nami’s genital area — her vulva is slightly covered by skin. He mentioned that she might outgrow it as she develops, but if not, it could increase her risk of UTIs. For now, we’ll just monitor it and see how things progress but I still highly recommend Rochelle to anyone looking to get a puppy.

    makayla l.

    Verified owner · May 2025

      • +7

    We had and still have such a good experience with Rochelle. I was looking for a puppy and she was such a good person to work with. She was able to provide updates all the time. We still communicate!! If we ever decided to get another dog I would for sure go to her 🥰 Here is our baby River previously named Schroder🤍

    Adam O.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2024

    Rochelle was very friendly and helpful throughout the entire process. Our puppy Oreo is an excellent dog and a seems to be a little smarter than our Australian Cattle Dog 😅 I would highly recommend Rochelle if you are looking into having a seamless process for buying a new puppy.

  • Cole H.

    Verified owner · May 2025

    Rochelle is an amazing breeder. Her dogs are a perfect representation of breeds standard and very healthy. Our Sherlock was exposed to early neurological and touch stimulations. He is very confident, trainable and eager to please puppy. He loves playing a lot but is totally happy to sleep all day on rainy days. Sherlock is very calm in public and we can take him anywhere we want to. We would definitely get our second dog from Rochelle as well! Highly recommend!

    Emma W.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

    We had an amazing experience with Rochelle from start to finish. She was very responsive throughout the entire process and always made herself available to answer questions and provide updates. She is very knowledgeable about the breed and does everything she can to make sure that the process is smooth. Rochelle regularly posted updates about the puppies on Instagram and the Good dog app - which was great. It felt like we were part of the journey from day 1, as we watched the puppies grow and develop over the first few months. Denali is a very healthy, happy and energetic little puppy. We can't thank Rochelle enough for everything that she did to prepare Denali for her forever home.

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    Marla G.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2024

    Rochelle was so wonderful and easy to work with. This pup is our 3rd Aussie and he is a gem. He had an amazing start with Rochelle and her family and came pretty much potty trained. Communication was fantastic and responsive. We are super happy!

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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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