Herding Lightning Farm
Meet the breeder
I'm Kaitlynn M., the breeder behind Herding Lightning Farm located in Mount Holly, NC. We do our best to socialize and acclimate each litter so we’re able to offer all-around healthy and well-mannered puppies! Our program is focused on producing puppies that are healthy, well-structured, and have outstanding temperaments. We have high expectations for our puppies and strive to place each one in an enriching and loving home!
Q. & A. with Kaitlynn
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, red, black tri-color, and red tri-color. 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.
Reese’s
Went homeMale
PayDay
Went homeFemale
MilkyWay
Went homeMale
Twix
Went homeMale
Hershey’s
Went homeFemale
Butterfinger
Went homeFemale
KitKat
Went homeFemale
Snickers
Went homeFemale
Four
Went homeMale
One
Went homeFemale
Five
Went homeMale
Six
Went homeFemale
Seven
Went homeFemale
Two
Went homeFemale
Three
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Kaitlynn
Kaitlynn 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
Contract & health guarantee
Kaitlynn 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 Kaitlynn 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 Kaitlynn directly.
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 Kaitlynn.
Breeder's location
Meet in Mount Holly, NC
Other pick-up locations
More about Kaitlynn
Kaitlynn has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Kaitlynn was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Kaitlynn’s links
Kaitlynn is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Herding Lightning Farm 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
Vixen, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Vixen
Vixen is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kaitlynn decided to make her part of their program. Kaitlynn 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.
Negan, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Negan
Negan is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kaitlynn decided to make him part of their program. Kaitlynn 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
Good level
Herding Lightning Farm 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).
