I'm Johanna T., the breeder behind High Desert Aussies located in Bend, OR. At High Desert Aussies we raise AKC and ASCA registered Australian Shepherds. We've been breeding Aussies for show and sport for nearly 30 years. We love sharing our home and life with our wonderful dogs. Each member of our family spends hours with our puppies and adult dogs. We are invested in producing the healthiest, smartest and happiest Australian Shepherds we can!
Q. & A. with Johanna
Why did you start breeding?
As a vet technician, I have always had a love for animals and the Australian Shepherd breed.
What makes your program special?
I value both the beauty and the health of my puppies. All my breeding dogs have been health tested.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Johanna
Johanna 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 $200 refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Johanna 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 Johanna 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 Johanna directly.
High Desert 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
All breeds
Australian Shepherd
Unknown
Cinnamon, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Cinnamon
Best girl ever
Winston, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Winston
Amazing dog
Maui, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Maui
Maui is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Henry, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Henry
Henry is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Johanna decided to make him part of their program. Johanna 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.
Hallie, dad
Unknown
About Hallie
Hallie is a Unknown. Carefully selected as a great representative of their breed, Johanna decided to make them part of their program. Johanna 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.
Odie, dad
Unknown
About Odie
Odie is a male Unknown. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Johanna decided to make him part of their program. Johanna 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.
Abbie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Abbie
Abbie is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Gizmo, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Gizmo
Gizmo is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Johanna decided to make him part of their program. Johanna 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.
Moon Pie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Moon Pie
Moon Pie is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Mojo, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Mojo
Mojo is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Johanna decided to make him part of their program. Johanna 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.
Gaia, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Gaia
Gaia is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Truffle, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Truffle
Truffle is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Eden, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Eden
Eden is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Aspen, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Aspen
Aspen is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Blake, dad
Unknown
About Blake
Blake is a male Unknown. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Johanna decided to make him part of their program. Johanna 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.
Hannah, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Hannah
Hannah is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Arial, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Arial
Arial is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Galaxy, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Galaxy
Galaxy is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Johanna decided to make him part of their program. Johanna 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.
Ladybug, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Ladybug
Ladybug is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Meadow, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Meadow
Meadow is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Einstein, dad
Unknown
About Einstein
Einstein is a male Unknown. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Johanna decided to make him part of their program. Johanna 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.
Hugo, dad
Unknown
About Hugo
Hugo is a male Unknown. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Johanna decided to make him part of their program. Johanna 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.
Lulu, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Lulu
Lulu is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Gypsy, mom
Unknown
About Gypsy
Gypsy is a female Unknown. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Great, dad
Unknown
About Great
Great is a Unknown. Carefully selected as a great representative of their breed, Johanna decided to make them part of their program. Johanna 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.
Brook, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Brook
Brook is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Greta, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Greta
Greta is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Prada, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Prada
Prada is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Maggie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Maggie
Maggie is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Brea, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Brea
Brea is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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.
Willow, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Willow
Willow is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Johanna decided to make her part of their program. Johanna 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
Great level
High Desert 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.
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).