Northwest Ohio Aussies
- Van Wert, OH
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Orange Collar Boy
10 weeks old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Grace R., the breeder behind Northwest Ohio Aussies located in Van Wert, OH. We proudly raise purebred Australian Shepherd puppies. All of our Aussies are bred with the highest standards of genetic testing and registration in mind. We produce loving puppies that will make a great four-legged addition to your family!
Q. & A. with Grace
Why did you start breeding?
Breeding has been something that my family has been invested in for a while, first with Rat Terriers, then English Shepherds, and now Aussies. My sister and I decided to start breeding Australian Shepherds so that others can share in the joy of owning an Aussie that we have experienced.What makes your program special?
We raise genetically health-tested puppies that are registered according to high breed standards. Our breeding program focuses on producing loving, well-socialized puppies that will make a great addition to any family. We nurture our puppies’ sweet personalities and help them become the best that they can be.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red merle, blue merle, and black tri-color. 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.
Green Collar Boy
Went homeMale
Red Collar Boy
Went homeMale
Blue Collar Boy
Went homeMale
Pink Collar Girl
Went homeFemale
Teal Collar Boy
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Grace
Grace 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.
Grace partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.
“It is important to us that our puppies are placed with the right family. Our puppies are matched once they are old enough for us to have an idea of their personality and temperament, and once we know whether they would be a good fit for a buyer. ”
Price
“The price includes AKC registration, first round of vaccinations and shots, a puppy sales contract, deworming, puppy socialization, dog toys, a collar, and puppy food. All of our deposits are the same price regardless of puppy color or gender. Deposits are part of the total cost.”
Contract & health guarantee
Grace 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 Grace 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 Grace 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
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- 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
- Vet records
Extras
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Toys
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Grace.
Breeder's location
Meet in Van Wert, OH
4260 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet in Columbus, OH
4243 miles away
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More about Grace
Club memberships
Grace is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).
Grace has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 month
Grace was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Grace’s links
Grace is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Northwest Ohio Aussies 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
Grace R.
Program update on 20 Mar •These cuties just turned six weeks old on Wednesday! They are growing so fast 🥰
Parent dogs
Bentley, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Bentley
Bentley is a male Australian Shepherd about 1 year old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Grace decided to make him part of their program. Grace 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.
Willow, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Willow
Willow is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Grace decided to make her part of their program. Grace 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.
Ash, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Ash
Ash is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Grace decided to make her part of their program. Grace 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
Good level
Northwest Ohio Aussies 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 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 (rDVM, not registered)
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 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.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
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).
