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Knauer Australian Shepherds
- Massachusetts
- Responds within an hour
Upcoming litters
Expected Australian Shepherd litter
Due Jan. 2026
Ready Mar. 12, 2026
Planned Australian Shepherd litter
Due Mar. 2026
Ready May 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Cassidy A., the breeder behind Knauer Australian Shepherds located in Massachusetts. We are a small kennel that produces ASCA/AKC registered Australian Shepherds. Our dogs are all health tested, and we strive to produce sound, versatile dogs with stable temperaments. We compete in conformation and other sports.
Q. & A. with Cassidy
Why did you start breeding?
Shortly after i got my first wellbred dog I realized how much i wanted to help contribute to bettering the breed.What makes your program special?
My dogs are health tested, have titles, and great temperaments. I pay close attention to their pedigrees, all of them have amazing lines behind them.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.
Ticket
Went homeMale
Matterhorn
Went homeMale
Ali
Went homeFemale
Hex
Went homeFemale
Carousel
Went homeFemale
Bayern
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Moody
Went homeMale
Nauset
Went homeFemale
Popham
Went homeMale
Newbury
Went homeMale
Nantasket
Went homeMale
Old orchard
Went homeMale
Ogunquit
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Cassidy
Cassidy 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 $2,200 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“A non refundable deposit is required to be placed on my waitlist.”
Contract & health guarantee
Cassidy 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 Cassidy 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 Cassidy 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Cassidy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Massachusetts
502 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at logan airport boston ma
409 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Cassidy can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Cassidy
Club memberships
Cassidy is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA) and United States Australian Shepherd Association (USASA).
Cassidy has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Cassidy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Cassidy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Knauer Australian Shepherds 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
Mira, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Mira
Mira is a female Australian Shepherd over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cassidy decided to make her part of their program. Cassidy 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.
Excellent health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Sig, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Sig
Sig is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cassidy decided to make him part of their program. Cassidy 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.
Excellent health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Birdie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Birdie
Birdie is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cassidy decided to make her part of their program. Cassidy 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.
Excellent health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Knauer Australian Shepherds 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.
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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), DNA Profile
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).
