I'm Daniel G., the breeder behind Moonlightaussies located in Oakland City, IN. We also raise Mini’s. We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love! We have developed several protocols to ensure the health and well-being of all of our dogs. It’s our top priority to make sure each of our puppy families welcomes a happy and healthy new family member into their homes!
Q. & A. with Daniel
Why did you start breeding?
Wanting my children to experience a litter of puppies being born. After a while a demand for my pups kept me breeding.
What makes your program special?
The Dogs I choose to breed and their blood lines. The first weeks of their lives with ENS and interaction with children and Adult dogs. My Pups Are breed for agility and calm Furever homes.
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.
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Luna
Went home
Female
Gunner
Went home
Male
Luna
Went home
Female
Nova
Went home
Female
Runt
Went home
Male
Whinnie
Went home
Female
Prince
Went home
Male
Rosie
Went home
Female
Taylor
Went home
Female
Blue
Went home
Male
Oakley
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Girl 7
Went home
Female
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Daniel
Daniel 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 $400 deposit and between $800 - $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Blue and Red Merles are 1400. And Black and Red Tri’s are 1200. If you search for another dog while you have a deposit with us its non refundable. If colors are not what you want if you put reservation down its refundable. If we hold a puppy for you and other people are turned down for it then its non refundable. You will be charged a 50% re advertizing fee.”
Contract & health guarantee
Daniel 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 Daniel 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 Daniel directly.
Moonlightaussies 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
Daniel G.
Litter update on 13 Nov. •
Ollie and Whinnie's litter
Daniel G.
Program update on 07 June •
Daniel G.
Litter update on 05 June •
Ollie and Dora's litter
Daniel G.
Litter update on 04 June •
Ollie and Dora's litter
Parent dogs
Mary, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Mary
Mary has always been my right hand. She can't be to close. Sassy and smart. A wonderful mother to her puppies.
Dora, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Dora
Dora is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Daniel decided to make her part of their program. Daniel 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.
Ollie, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Ollie
Ollie is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Daniel decided to make him part of their program. Daniel 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.
Oakley, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Oakley
Oakley is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Daniel decided to make her part of their program. Daniel 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.
Gunny, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Gunny
Gunny is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Daniel decided to make him part of their program. Daniel 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.
Rosie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Rosie
Rosie is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Daniel decided to make her part of their program. Daniel 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.
Whinnie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Whinnie
Whinnie is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Daniel decided to make her part of their program. Daniel 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.
Nova, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Nova
Nova is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Daniel decided to make her part of their program. Daniel 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.
Luna, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Luna
Luna is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Daniel decided to make her part of their program. Daniel 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
Excellent level
Moonlightaussies 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 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 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 Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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.
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).