I'm Kathleen G., the breeder behind Henderson Hill Australian Shepherds located in Kensington, OH. Having a dog in our lives is such a blessing. We find so much fulfillment in providing that same companionship to other homes! We cherish each of our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to make sure that they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!
Q. & A. with Kathleen
Why did you start breeding?
We fell in love with the breed after getting our first Aussie, Joanna. It was our desire to share and educate others about the breed and breeding process. We value our good practices and enjoy every moment of matching families with their puppy.
What makes your program special?
Our goal is to match people with the puppy that is right for them-even if that means they do not purchase a puppy from us. We interview and analyze each home situation and encourage a minimum of one puppy visit prior to a puppy being picked for purchase.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 5, “California “
Went home
Female
Boy 1, “Kentucky”
Went home
Male
Boy 3, “Indiana”
Went home
Male
Boy 5, “Texas”
Went home
Male
Boy 2, “Alabama”
Went home
Male
Girl 2, “Virginia “
Went home
Female
Girl 3, “Georgia”
Went home
Female
Girl 6, “Arizona”
Went home
Female
Girl 1, montana
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Kathleen
Kathleen 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 $400 deposit and between $450 - $2,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes first vet check, vaccination and UTD on worming. Puppies also have tails docked and dew claws removed. Puppies will go home with a puppy kit which include all AKC paperwork and a generous sample of puppy food.
Pet Price is $850; breeding rights available only to approved programs at the price of $2500. deposit is refundable and transferable; may hold deposit for future litter if desired puppy is not available in the current litter. Deposit ONLY holds your place in picking order as puppies are picked in the order of which I receive deposits.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kathleen 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 Kathleen 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 Kathleen directly.
Henderson Hill Australian Shepherds 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
Frankie, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Frankie
Frankie is an energetic, loving boy. He knows no strangers and spreads his love equally amongst those around. His dispose enviable amongst Aussies. He has a very low herding instinct.
Luke, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Luke
Luke is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kathleen decided to make him part of their program. Kathleen 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.
Ruby, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Ruby
Ruby is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kathleen decided to make her part of their program. Kathleen 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Henderson Hill Australian Shepherds 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.
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).