K/J Aussies
Meet the breeder
I'm Kari J., the breeder behind K/J Aussies located in Nome, ND. Our dogs are an integral part of our farm and daily life. This creates the ideal environment for our puppies. From birth, they grow in a secure, loving environment where they know that they matter to their family - that they have a purpose.
Q. & A. with Kari
Why did you start breeding?
I got my first Aussie when I was 12, and I was hooked. We stated breeding to try to create the best crosses we could to make a great working and great family dog. We have traveled all over to find crosses to work and live on our farm. Our dogs are familyWhat makes your program special?
Our dogs are born in our house and raised with love and care. Parents are health tested and we strive to cross bloodlines that give us an outstanding cross of work and family companion dogs that are well suited for any jobWhat are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red & white, black & white, 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.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Kari
Kari 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
Connect with Kari to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Kari 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 Kari 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 Kari 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kari.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Nome, ND
4444 miles away
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More about Kari
Kari has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Kari was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Kari is a trusted Good Dog breeder
K/J 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
Vegas, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Vegas
Vegas is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kari decided to make her part of their program. Kari 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.
Gunner, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Gunner
Gunner is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kari decided to make him part of their program. Kari 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
K/J 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).
