Meljestic Farms
- Blomkest, MN
- Responds within a few hours
Meet the breeder
I'm Jolene Z., the breeder behind Meljestic Farms located in Blomkest, MN. We live on a farm in west central Minnesota. I am a veterinary technician and I’ve found my passion in raising quality, loving, beautiful Australian Shepherds!
Q. & A. with Jolene
What makes your program special?
The love and devotion I have for my dogs is what sets me apart from other breeders! I love sharing this amazing breed with others!! ♥️ I strive to produce healthy, exceptional, quality characteristics in my puppies, through genetics, care, health and attention!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include 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.
Quentin
Went homeMale
Rudolph
Went homeMale
Joy
Went homeFemale
Cookie
Went homeFemale
Sven
Went homeMale
Kristoff
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Jolene
Jolene 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $500 - $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes 2 year health guarantee, dual registration with AKC & ASCA, first vaccinations. Our puppies are loved on continually, socialized, given many potty breaks outside and lots of playtimes. We do all we can to help them be successful in their new homes! A nonrefundable deposit will reserve your puppy until he/she is 8 weeks old and ready for his/her new home. Once you choose your puppy, you will receive weekly updates and photos!”
Contract & health guarantee
Jolene 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 Jolene 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 Jolene 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
- 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
Extras
- Initial potty training
- AKC registration
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Jolene.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Blomkest, MN
Other pick-up locations
Meet at MSP
More about Jolene
Jolene has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Jolene was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Jolene is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Meljestic Farms 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
Jolene Z.
Litter update on 03 July •Aspen and Alder 🩵🩵🩵
Major and Autumn's litter
Parent dogs
Jaxon, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Jaxon
Jaxon is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jolene decided to make him part of their program. Jolene 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.
Major, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Major
Major is our newest addition to our Aussie posse! He is a handsome blue eyed red tri! He has a clean genetic health panel! He is dual registered ASCA & AKC. He has great conformation. He is weighing in between 45-50lbs.
Ember, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Ember
Ember is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jolene decided to make her part of their program. Jolene 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.
Autumn, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Autumn
Autumn is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jolene decided to make her part of their program. Jolene 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.
Reign, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Reign
Reign is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jolene decided to make her part of their program. Jolene 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.
Meadow, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Meadow
Meadow is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jolene decided to make her part of their program. Jolene 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
Meljestic Farms 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 Profile, Animal Genetics Panel
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).
