I'm Sarah P., the breeder behind Middle Fork Australian Shepherds located in Oakridge, OR. My goal when crossing any two Australian Shepherds is to produce quality puppies that will be ideal additions to any family. Health is foremost, then I focus on temperament and energy levels. I do this by avoiding the stronger working lines. But at the end of the day this is still a working breed and that is why they are so smart, quick learners. I strive to find the balance between show and working dogs. A lot of thought goes into who we cross to produce a litter.
Q. & A. with Sarah
Why did you start breeding?
We brought our first Aussie home 10 years ago and after becoming interested in the Genetics involved in Breeding I just fell into it all. Trying to breed the healthiest dogs with the very best temperaments is my goal and always striving for the ideal energy level so they will make great family pets.
What makes your program special?
Although I know structure and color are at the front of everyones minds when choosing a puppy I can tell you that temperament, personality and energy level are much more important when choosing a new family member. All my adults are sweet loving dogs and they pass that on to their puppies.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and red. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Leaf
Went home
Male
Ginger
Went home
Female
Sage
Went home
Male
Treat
Went home
Male
Carmel
Went home
Female
Apple
Went home
Female
Pumpkin
Went home
Male
Tootsie
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Btf
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Bmf 2
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Sarah
Sarah 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 $900 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“When you place your deposit it secures your spot for the order in which you will get to pick your puppy or pass and wait on another litter. Deposits are nonrefundable. When you place your deposit it secures your spot for the order in which you will get to pick your puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Sarah 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 Sarah 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 Sarah directly.
Middle Fork 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
Quincy, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Quincy
Quincy is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sarah decided to make her part of their program. Sarah 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.
Limit, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Limit
Limit is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sarah decided to make her part of their program. Sarah 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.
Cruze, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Cruze
AKC and ASCA clear panel, this guy is laid back and sweet! He is bigger at 70lbs.
Stella, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Stella
Stella is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sarah decided to make her part of their program. Sarah 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
Middle Fork 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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Sarah to bring home their puppies.
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Samantha C.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
Five stars for Sarah. She was able to answer all my questions about our puppy prior to pulling the trigger. She was flexible and helpful during the pickup stage. My older dog didn’t accept our puppy right away, Sarah was able to offer suggestion and tips to help with the introduction. Overall, wonderful experience.
Our Aussie, Maple Meatball, is so wonderful. Amazing temperament, so sweet with my two young children and SO intelligent. If we’re ever in the market again for an Aussie pup (which is probable) I’m calling Middle Fork Australian Shepherds.
Thank you for the best addition to our family.
Abrea A.
Verified owner · May 2024
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Sarah was incredibly nice and responsive. She answered all of our questions and made this such a smooth process for our family. We’re grateful that we were so close. We were blessed to find our perfect puppy ♥️ thank you! We love our Charlie Brown so much and couldn’t picture life without him.
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Brien D.
Verified owner · Nov. 2024
Met up with Sarah mid morning to pick up our new puppy. Sarah had everything ready to go, the paperwork was all in order and our new friend already to go. It was my first time working with good Dog, that also went very smooth.