Hemlock Brook Farm and Kennels
Meet the breeder
I'm Sharon R., the breeder behind Hemlock Brook Farm and Kennels located in Connecticut. Our dogs and pups are raised in our home and are loved as family. We strive to produce high-quality show prospects and companions. Our breeding program stands out because of the personal attention we give to every detail of the journey. From researching breeding pairs and conducting health testing, to purposefully raising each pup with proper socialization and care, our goal is to help preserve these wonderful breeds.
Q. & A. with Sharon
Why did you start breeding?
I bought my first aussie from a friend and then we bought our first show dog from Heatherhill aussies in CA and i started showing and breeding these awesome aussiesWhat makes your program special?
I put my heart into my dogs they are all health tested fed high quality kibble and raw puppies are socialized and handled able to run about freely on our fenced propertyWhat are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Australian Shepherd puppies are blue merle. Miniature American Shepherd puppies are blue merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Sharon
Sharon 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 between $1,000 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies have vaccines at 5 weeks 7 weeks 9 weeks vet health checked wormed microchipped go home with puppy book with vaccines documented vet check and health testing on parents.”
Contract & health guarantee
Sharon 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 Sharon 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 Sharon 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 Sharon.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Connecticut
3728 miles away
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More about Sharon
Club memberships
Sharon is a member of ASCA of New England and Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Sharon has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Sharon was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Sharon’s links
Sharon is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Hemlock Brook Farm and Kennels 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
Binx, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Binx
Binx is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sharon decided to make him part of their program. Sharon 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
Australian Shepherd
Miniature American Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Hemlock Brook Farm and Kennels 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.
Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy 1 (PRA-crd1), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Animal Genetics Panel
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).
