Ocean Cliff Aussies

Kristina D.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • Rhode Island

Meet the breeder

I'm Kristina D., the breeder behind Ocean Cliff Aussies located in Rhode Island. Our dogs are active in several performance sports and it is our priority to breed for temperment & health. Our puppies are excellent representations of their breed, and we are proud to raise and train our high-quality puppies to loving pet homes or performance homes.

Q. & A. with Kristina

  • What makes your program special?

    I raise all our puppies under the Puppy Culture program. This program sets each puppy up to be successful. I am hands on training everyday each puppy throughout the first 10wks. By the time they are ready to go to their homes each puppy will be trained or in process of training, leash walking, potty training, manners, recall, swimming, socializing with other dogs and people plus so much more!
  • 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 Kristina

Kristina 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 deposit and $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Includes but not limited to, AKC registration,age appropriate vaccinations, eye exam, health guarantee, socialized, training, Puppy Culture With Open Arms and A Level Head course ($99.00 value). If you change your mind the deposit can be transferred to the next litter. It is only transferred one time.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kristina 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 Kristina 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 Kristina 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
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Rhode Island

3718 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at TF Green (Providence)

3700 miles away

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More about Kristina

  • Club memberships

    Kristina is a member of United Kennel Club , Barn Hunt Association , American Kennel Club , North America Diving Dogs, and Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Featured in Tails of Teamwork Book by Nadia Hall, North America Diving Dogs National Championship 9th Place, Inaugural North America Diving Dogs at Westminster 2023 invitee, Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • Kristina has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Kristina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Kristina’s links

Kristina is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Ocean Cliff 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Ocean Cliff 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

    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 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Kristina to bring home their puppies.

  • Bridget R.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2024

    We are so in love with our happy & healthy pup! Working with Kristina was an amazing experience - we never doubted her care for her dogs or integrity of her breeding. She remained a great resource for us as we adjusted to having Millie home and I know I can still reach out to her to this day with any questions. Aussies are a very special breed. Kristina will be sure to help you decide if one is right for you. I especially appreciated being matched with a pup based on our lifestyle rather than the dog’s physical appearance. This is so much more important and helps ensure a match that will last for years to come. Thank you Kristina for our best girl!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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