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Heartland Aussies
- Amboy, IL
Meet the breeder
I'm Mary S., the breeder behind Heartland Aussies located in Amboy, IL. Our puppies are raised in ou home. They all have vaccines, a vet check, are dewormed, and have a fecal test completed. Our dogs are AKC/ASCA registered. Our pups are microchipped. We offer a guarantee from a genetic disease. We love Australian Shepherds and so will you!
Q. & A. with Mary
Why did you start breeding?
We chose to turn a bad experience into a positive one. We start by hand-selecting each dog for our program. Parents must be genetically tested and negative across the board. OFA-Hips, Elbows, and eyes certified. Then our dogs are testing the same. They are evaluated for temperament, friendliness, and suitability for family life. This makes producing a true to standard Aussie with a family temperament.What makes your program special?
Our program offers healthy, happy puppies from happy healthy parents. We raise our puppies in our home like family and raise them with the same. They go out into the community as successful members of families and their communities.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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Harry
Went homeMale
Diana
Went homeFemale
Lillibet
Went homeFemale
Archie
Went homeMale
Charles
Went homeMale
Aria
Went homeFemale
Sansa
Went homeFemale
Katelynn
Went homeFemale
Lilac
Went homeMale
Zinnia
Went homeFemale
Daffodil
Went homeMale
Oliver
Went homeMale
Tulip
Went homeFemale
Sky
Went homeFemale
Daisy
Went homeFemale
Gia
Went homeFemale
Cranberry
Went homeFemale
Turkey
Went homeMale
Titan
Went homeMale
Gravy
Went homeFemale
Butterbean
Went homeFemale
Tater
Went homeMale
Turkey
Went homeFemale
Susan
Went homeFemale
Peter
Went homeMale
Edmund
Went homeMale
Lucy
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Mary
Mary 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes guarantee, AKC and or ASCA registration, and sometimes UKC and ASDR. All puppies are vet checked, vaccinated, worked, and fecal tested. Pups are very well socialized. Potty trained. Depsoit is not refundable unless it is an issue on our end.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mary 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 Mary 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 Mary 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
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mary.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Amboy, IL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Chicago O'Hare Airport
Flexible meeting point
Mary can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Mary
Club memberships
Mary is a member of AKC and Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).
Mary has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Mary was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Mary is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Heartland 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
Parent dogs
Raven, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Raven
Raven is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary decided to make her part of their program. Mary 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.
Rip, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Rip
Rip is a very sweet, easy going boy. He carries curly hair like his great grand sire Red Neck Cruiser. Rip is AKC/ASCA and is clear panel by parentage. He own pawprint panel is currently pending
Queen, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Queen
Queen is a very sweet girl but she is a one person dog. Typical Aussie in that she prefers no strangers. Queen is clear pawprints panel, she is parentage verified. AKC/ASCA
Good health testing
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +4 more.
Ezra, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Ezra
Ezra is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary decided to make her part of their program. Mary 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.
Red, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Red
Red is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mary decided to make him part of their program. Mary 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
Cone Degeneration, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +8 more.
Titan, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Titan
Titan is a male Australian Shepherd almost 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mary decided to make him part of their program. Mary 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
Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), +6 more.Tinker, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Tinker
Tinker is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary decided to make her part of their program. Mary 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
Cone Degeneration, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +8 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Heartland 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.
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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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 Mary to bring home their puppies.
- MK
Michael K.
Verified owner · June 2022
Mary could not be of more help saved my bacon first night in the crate with a suggested action. Picking up the pup was so easy and Mary gave me everything I needed. Please know that Heartland Aussie is the only breeder I would recommend.
