HomeGrown Aussies

Rachel G.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • Yarmouth, IA
  • Responds within a few hours

Upcoming litters

Tripp
Dally

Expected Australian Shepherd litter

Due Jan. 2026

Ready Mar. 10, 2026

Meet the breeder

I'm Rachel G., the breeder behind HomeGrown Aussies located in Yarmouth, IA. Our dogs are smart, SO loving, athletic, and have the GREATEST personalities. Our main focus is to raise healthy dogs with the BEST temperament possible. We strive to produce Aussies that will excel in any situation from working on the farm to competition to being a loyal, loving family member.

Q. & A. with Rachel

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I got into breeding because I fell in love with Australian Shepherds at a very young age. Their intelligence, big hearts, silliness, and loyalty drew me in from the start. After growing up with Aussies, I wanted to share their incredible qualities with others and help connect loving families with well-bred, well-socialized pups that would become cherished companions.

  • What makes your program special?

    We are committed to quality and health. We do genetic testing to ensure our dogs are free from hereditary issues, and all our dogs are OFA certified for hips and elbows. We prioritize raising well-socialized, happy puppies in a loving home environment. Plus, we offer lifetime breeder support to all our families, ensuring a lasting relationship with every pup we place.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include red merle, blue merle, 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.

Getting a puppy from Rachel

Rachel 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,200 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes a health guarantee, AKC registration, first round of vaccinations, dewormed, puppy socialization, intro to potty training, and lifetime breeder support. Deposit is non refundable but can be transferred to another puppy or litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Rachel 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 Rachel 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 Rachel 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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • 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
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Yarmouth, IA

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Des Moines Airport

Meet in Chicago, IL

More about Rachel

  • Rachel has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years

    Rachel was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Rachel’s links

Rachel is a trusted Good Dog breeder

HomeGrown 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

HomeGrown 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.

  • 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.

  • 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).

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