KDL Homestead
- La Porte City, IA
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Katrina K., the breeder behind KDL Homestead located in La Porte City, IA. At KDL Homestead, we focus on raising healthy, confident Australian Shepherds with the intelligence and temperament the breed is known for. Each pup is well‑loved, well‑started, and ready to join the right home as a family companion or performance partner.
Q. & A. with Katrina
Why did you start breeding?
We got into breeding at KDL Homestead simply out of a deep love for Australian Shepherds. Their loyalty, heart, and sharp minds drew us in, and that admiration grew into a commitment to raise healthy, steady pups that reflect everything we value in the breed.What makes your program special?
At KDL Homestead, our program stands out through careful pairings, solid health testing, and a focus on steady temperaments. We raise our Aussies with hands‑on attention to build confidence, good manners, and real‑world readiness. The result is healthy, reliable dogs who make loyal, well‑balanced companions.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black & white, red merle, blue merle, and black 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.
Ash
Went homeFemale
Cocoa
Went homeFemale
Pickle
Went homeFemale
Violet
Went homeFemale
Blue
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Katrina
Katrina 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.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Katrina partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“We match each puppy to the right family by learning about your lifestyle, activity level, experience, and preferences. We observe each puppy’s personality, energy, and temperament as they grow. By combining what we learn about you with what we know about the puppies, we place each puppy in the home where they’ll thrive and become a great fit long‑term.”
Price
“Puppy price includes AKC registration, early socialization, age‑appropriate vaccinations, routine deworming, and a health guarantee for a strong, healthy start. A non‑refundable $500 deposit is required to reserve your puppy. This deposit applies toward the total purchase price and holds your chosen puppy until the agreed‑upon pickup date.”
Contract & health guarantee
Katrina 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 Katrina 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 Katrina 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 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
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- AKC registration
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Katrina.
Breeder's location
Meet in La Porte City, IA
4470 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Eastern Iowa Airport
4475 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Katrina can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Katrina
Katrina has been a member of Good Dog for 2 months
Katrina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Katrina is a trusted Good Dog breeder
KDL Homestead 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
Katrina K.
Program update on 07 July •Proud mama and sweet Ash!!
Katrina K.
Program update on 02 July •Mr. Blue flew to his new home to South Carolina this week. He was such a good flying buddy!
Katrina K.
Program update on 25 June •Heading to the vet!!
Katrina K.
Program update on 06 June •Litter training: 10% progress, 90% naps
Katrina K.
Program update on 30 May •
Katrina K.
Program update on 29 May •First meal time for the crew! I’m happy to report some of it went into the puppies :)
Parent dogs
Izzy, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Izzy
Izzy is a high‑energy, affectionate, and undeniably beautiful lady of the house. Intelligent, playful, and deeply loyal, she shifts effortlessly from herding anything in motion to settling into your lap for snuggles.
Good health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1).
Parent health testing
Good level
KDL Homestead 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
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).
