I'm Leah S., the breeder behind J&L Farm located in Cleveland, GA. We are breeding our Aussies to bring back the herding/working drive. All of our dogs that we use for breeding have been tested to MDR1 and Collie Eye. We are breeding working puppies; they will do best with a job to do whether that is living on a farm or a very active family. We look forward to connecting with you!
Both Hobo and Freckles both work sheep and cows plus compete in rally and agility.
Q. & A. with Leah
Why did you start breeding?
My husband and I have had Australian Shepherds off and on for the past 30+ years to help around the farm. It seemed like every time we went to get a new dog it was harder and harder to find a dog that was willing to work and calm enough to go everywhere with us. We decided it was time to solve this problem as we are very familiar with the breed and what we were looking for.
What makes your program special?
We are breeding for health, temperament, intelligence, and working lines.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, red merle, and blue merle. 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.
Scout - Boy 5
Went home
Male
Rosie - Girl 2
Went home
Female
Mia - Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Lady - Girl 4
Went home
Female
Oreo - Girl 1
Went home
Female
Shadow - Boy 2
Went home
Male
Tie-tie Boy 3
Went home
Male
Bane - Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Leah
Leah 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 non-refundable deposit and between $1,300 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC and American Stock Dog puppy papers, docked tails, dew claw removal, first round of vaccinations, deworming, and puppy socialization. We introduce the crate, car rides, and walks through woods, grass, etc. Once you have completed the application and have been approved preferably by phone. The puppy you are interested in is still available, please pay deposit to hold your puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Leah 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 Leah 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 Leah directly.
J&L 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
Hobo, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Hobo
Red Merle
Freckles, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Freckles
Freckles is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Leah decided to make her part of their program. Leah 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
J&L 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.
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).