Mtn Hollow

Denise M.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • Summerville, SC
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Denise M., the breeder behind Mtn Hollow located in Summerville, SC. We don’t just breed them we train them too. We love what we do and are committed to producing well-bred, healthy puppies for loving homes. Our puppies become integral members of our family. They’re a daily part of everything we do until they’re ready to join their forever families.

Q. & A. with Denise

  • 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.

Getting a puppy from Denise

Denise has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Denise partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“Choosing a puppy is an exciting decision, and we take great care in helping each puppy find the home where they will thrive. From birth, we spend countless hours observing our puppies as they grow. We evaluate their temperaments, confidence levels, energy, social tendencies, problem-solving skills, and overall personalities. Our goal is to understand each puppy as an individual so we can help make the best possible match. We encourage families to spend time meeting the puppies and observing how the puppies respond to them. We are always happy to answer questions, discuss the traits we are seeing, and help guide buyers through the selection process. In many cases, families find themselves choosing between two puppies that they feel connected to. This is where our experience becomes especially valuable. Because we have spent so much time with the litter, we can often provide insight into which puppy is most likely to be the best fit for your lifestyle, goals, and expectations. Our priority is not simply choosing a puppy you love today, but helping create a successful lifelong partnership for both the puppy and its new family. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $250 non-refundable deposit and $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“All our breeder dogs have been health tested as well as have the lineage to make sure we are not getting any outlying defects in our pups. We choose our breeding's with health and temperament being at the top of the list of importance. Our breeding dogs are all well cared for and have jobs so they are mentally and physically active. The total cost of the puppy is $1800. By the time you pick up your puppy they will: Be AKC Registered Had their first and second round of vaccines.(Check up, Dewormer, Distemper, & Parvovirus) Potty trained Crate trained Walking on a leash Socialized to people, riding in cars, cats, chickens, ducks, loud noises, different environments and so much more. All our puppies are the same price regardless of size, color, or gander. They are AKC registered and Microchipped.”

Contract & health guarantee

Denise 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 Denise 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 Denise 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
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Denise.

Breeder's location

Meet in Summerville, SC

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Charleston Airport / Charleston AFB

More about Denise

  • Denise has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Denise was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

Denise is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Mtn Hollow 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Mtn Hollow 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.

  • 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.

  • 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).

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