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Lone Willow Aussies
Meet the breeder
I'm James & Samantha S., the breeder behind Lone Willow Aussies located in Manchester, IA. We are hobby breeders of AKC registered and health tested Australian Shepherds. We are committed and proud to provide quality, loving and healthy standard Australian Shepherds. Our puppies are a part of our family and we give them plenty of love, attention and socialization. The Australian Shepherd breed has always held a special place in our hearts, and we look forward to sharing our love for them with you!
Q. & A. with James & Samantha
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include 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.
BTF2
Went homeFemale
BMM1
Went homeMale
RMM
Went homeMale
BMF4
Went homeFemale
BTF1
Went homeFemale
BMF2
Went homeFemale
BTM
Went homeMale
BMM2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from James & Samantha
James & Samantha 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 $3,000 non-refundable deposit and -$2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the guarantee, first round of vaccinations, deworming, and puppy socialization. All of our puppies are the same price regardless of color or size.”
Contract & health guarantee
James & Samantha 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 James & Samantha 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 James & Samantha 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- 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
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can fly or drive to pick up your puppy from James & Samantha.
Puppy pick-up locations
James & Samantha will coordinate all the details with you.
Meet in Manchester, IA
4436 miles away · James & Samantha's location
Flexible meeting point
James & Samantha can meet at a location that works for both of you
Meet at CID airport
4475 miles away near Cedar Rapids, IA
Meet at DSM airport
4562 miles away near Des Moines, IA
Puppy transport options
James & Samantha offers options to safely drop-off your new puppy.
More about James & Samantha
James & Samantha has been a member of Good Dog for 9 months
James & Samantha was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
James & Samantha’s links
James & Samantha is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Lone Willow 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
Litter and program updates
James & Samantha S.
Litter update on 24 Feb. •These beautiful pups have all gone to their new homes and loving families! All are doing great!
Bridger and Gemma's litter
Parent dogs
Bridger, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Bridger
Bridger is very playful and smart. He loves playing fetch and competing with Gemma on who can get to the ball first. Like a true gentleman, he lets her get it first, allowing her to win, most of the time.😉 He’s great with the kids and loves to do tricks. He’s very loyal and believes he’s a lap dog.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel.Gemma, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Gemma
Gemma is the sweetest girl. She loves to be the center of attention and doesn’t really have a sense of personal space.😂 She loves to give you kisses and cuddles, never taking an eye off you. She is the sweetest, most loyal girl with a soft personality. She loves to play fetch and flashes you a quick a smile showing her excitement to see you.
Uploaded health tests
DNA Profile.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Lone Willow 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 (rDVM, not registered)
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 (rDVM, not registered)
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
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).
