HJ's Aussies

Heather L.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • Pomeroy, OH
  • Responds within a few days

Available puppies

Zag

Ready Aug. 16

8 weeks old · Male

Peddle

Ready Aug. 16

8 weeks old · Male

Rift

Ready Aug. 16

8 weeks old · Male

Scooter

Ready Aug. 16

8 weeks old · Male

Wisper

Ready Aug. 16

8 weeks old · Female

Wally

Ready Aug. 15

9 weeks old · Male

Tater

Ready Aug. 15

9 weeks old · Male

Tilly

Ready Aug. 15

9 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Heather L., the breeder behind HJ's Aussies located in Pomeroy, OH. •Full Genetic Health Tested (Breed Specific Disease and Coat Testing) •OFA Certification's •Temperament Tested •Puppy Culture Training & Enrichment areas for dogs AND puppies •Introduction to Livestock •Temperament Testing • Raised with Children •15 years of experience •Therapy or Working Dogs.

Q. & A. with Heather

  • Why did you start breeding?

    All of my life I have been passionate about animals, and have raised and trained various dog breeds. At age 13, I trained to certify a Seeing Eye Dog. I have been in love with the herding breed for over 25 years, and after having owned them myself, I researched and studied what was vital in not only breeding Australian Shepherds but ensuring overall health and wellness in their pups also.
  • What makes your program special?

    Our dogs are our family! They are the perfect balance - not being high-strung or overly high in drive. Puppies are raised with small children, with ENS/Puppy Culture Training. Temperament Testing is conducted on our puppies to ensure proper placement. Retired AND returned pups live with us being pampered house dogs, swimming in the Lake, with custom Play Yards designed exclusively for all ages.
  • 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 Heather

Heather has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

Heather partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.

“We base selections off of information provided on our Pet Adoption Questionnaire. We assess the puppies and introduce our puppies to livestock and conduct Temperament Testing to evaluate the puppies for proper placement. We allow families to begin choosing when puppies are 4-6 weeks old, and will work alongside the family in deciding the right match for their family dynamic. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,350 - $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Puppies are placed under a Spay/Neuter Contract Agreement. Application must be approved prior to selecting. Pricing is: $2,250 for Merles $1850 for Tris/Bis . Deposits are non-refundable. Selections begin at 4 weeks old. There is a $500 Reservation fee to reserve your puppy. The Reservation Fee will apply to the full cost of the puppy you choose.”

Contract & health guarantee

Heather 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 Heather 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 Heather directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • AKC registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Initial potty training

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Pomeroy, OH

Other pick-up locations

Meet at John Glenn Columbus Airport


Meet in Ashburn, VA

More about Heather

  • Heather has been a member of Good Dog for almost 7 years

    Heather was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

  • Heather’s links

Heather is a trusted Good Dog breeder

HJ's 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

HJ's 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.

  • 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.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • GenSol Diagnostics DNA Testing, DNA Disease Panel, DNA Profile, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, 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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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.