Heaven Scent Aussies

Christine R.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • Grand Island, NE
  • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm Christine R., the breeder behind Heaven Scent Aussies located in Grand Island, NE. We are passionate about Australian Shepherds. Our dogs are considered members of our family, and we give each dog and puppy all the attention and care that they require to live happy, healthy lives. We look forward to helping you find the puppy of your dreams!

Q. & A. with Christine

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We had our own amazing Aussies and fell in love with the breed. We wanted to do our part as responsible breeders and produce healthy, well-rounded pups. It has been an incredible experience, and we love what we do!
  • What makes your program special?

    We are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience, which includes remaining committed to responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming our puppies.
  • 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.

Getting a puppy from Christine

Christine 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 $1,100 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“AKC/ASCA Registered. Microchipped. First set of shots. Dewormed 3x. Tails are not docked. They are left as they are born. Some are full and some are naturally bobbed to different lengths. Nonrefundable $500 deposit to reserve the puppy of your choice. Puppy picks are made in the order deposits are received.”

Contract & health guarantee

Christine 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 Christine 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 Christine 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
      • 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
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Grand Island, NE

4748 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Eppley Airport, Omaha, NE

4653 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Christine can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Christine

  • Club memberships

    Christine is a member of American Kennel Club (AKC) and Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • Christine has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Christine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Christine’s links

Christine is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Heaven Scent 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Heaven Scent 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.

  • Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), 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).

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