Heartland Australian Terriers
- Norman, OK
- Responds within an hour
Meet the breeder
I'm Chris C., the breeder behind Heartland Australian Terriers located in Norman, OK. I breed/show top quality Australian Terriers for show homes and companion homes because I'm am concerned about the "at-risk" status of the breed. My dogs live in my home and are valued members of my family.
Q. & A. with Chris
Why did you start breeding?
Very few Australian Terriers are born in the US each year. After becoming an owner, I learned the numbers and became very concerned. I felt I had to get involved. I started talking to breeders and found a mentor. After working with that mentor for a couple of years, I got my first foundation bitch. She is now an AKC Grand Champion and the rest is history.What makes your program special?
If my program is special, it shouldn't be. I breed for health and temperament first. I keep the puppies and work with them until an appropriate age that I am confident they are properly socialized. The result of this is confident puppies that are unlikely to develop unwanted fear behaviors and will become valued family members. I wish all breeders did this.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Norman
Went homeFemale
Hugo
Went homeMale
Pink
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Chris
Chris 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
“I only ask that deposit be paid to hold a puppy for you once the puppies have been born. I do not require that the deposit be paid before the puppies are born. Refundable at my discretion.”
Contract & health guarantee
Chris 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 Chris 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 Chris 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Chris.
Breeder's location
Meet in Norman, OK
1126 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at OKC
1127 miles away
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More about Chris
Club memberships
Chris is a member of Oklahoma City Kennel Club.
Chris has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years
Chris was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Chris is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Heartland Australian Terriers 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
Ripley, mom
Australian Terrier
About Ripley
Ripley is a female Australian Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Chris decided to make her part of their program. Chris 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.
Wasabi, dad
Australian Terrier
About Wasabi
Wasabi is a male Australian Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Chris decided to make him part of their program. Chris 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.
Yara, mom
Australian Terrier
About Yara
Yara is a female Australian Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Chris decided to make her part of their program. Chris 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.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Heartland Australian Terriers 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 Terriers.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Brucellosis
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
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).
