I'm Judy C., the breeder behind Morning Mist Farm located in Seabeck, WA. We’re home-based breeders of Australian Shepherd who love showing our dogs in competitions and snuggling with them at home. We hand-raise all of our dogs with love in our home. We have high expectations for our puppies and make sure to place each one with an enriching and loving family complementary to their personality and ability!
Q. & A. with Judy
Why did you start breeding?
Our dogs are excellent representations of the breed, and we are proud to continue their line. We breed to both help ensure the future of the breed and to improve upon our dogs' fantastic traits with each generation. It's an amazing feeling knowing that we made a positive contribution to these dogs and the families who love them!
What makes your program special?
First and foremost, our dogs are family companions, and we place a strong emphasis on dogs with great temperaments, brains, and beauty. All of our dogs are health tested, OFA certified, and eye clearances are done annually. We have show and companion puppies available occasionally. We breed for good solid temperaments, sound health, fluid movement, and excellence in the breed standard. It would be our pleasure to connect with you and send you home with your next furry companion.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Judy
Judy 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
Connect with Judy to learn more details about pricing.
Contract & health guarantee
Judy 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 Judy 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 Judy directly.
Morning Mist Farm 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Morning Mist Farm 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.
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).