Patchwork Kennels

Christina D.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • Salem, AR
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Sally RTF

Ready Dec. 28

5 weeks old · Female

Jack BTM

Ready Dec. 28

5 weeks old · Male

Shock BMF

Ready Dec. 28

5 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Christina D., the breeder behind Patchwork Kennels located in Salem, AR. We strive to produce outstanding puppies that are structurally sound, healthy, intuitive and have wonderful temperaments. We hand raise each of our puppies to ensure a reliable temperament and cherished companionship. We love our dogs and what we do, and we strive to make each puppy a great contribution to his or her forever home.

Q. & A. with Christina

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We are passionate about Australian Shepherds and have built that love and respect for the breed into every aspect of our program. It is such an honor to preserve the line of these incredible dogs all the while creating companionship for others.
  • What makes your program special?

    We take great care with each breeding to ensure we are producing puppies that are excellent representations of the breed. We are enthusiastic about our program and look forward to advancing the wonderful qualities of the Australian Shepherd with a focus on health, temperament, and structure! Our dogs and puppies are raised in our home and are loved as members of our family. We love what we do and truly want the very best for our puppies and their forever families.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, red, 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 and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Christina

Christina 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $250 - $1,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“All our puppies come tails docked, dew claws removed, regularly dewormed, utd on shots, health record, 1 gr genetic guarantee, microchipped and new puppy pack. Pet price and breeding rights vary. Deposits are also transferrable to future litters.”

Contract & health guarantee

Christina 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 Christina 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 Christina 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
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Salem, AR

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Memphis Airport


Flexible meeting point

Christina can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Christina

  • Club memberships

    Christina is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).

  • Certifications & recognitions

    25+yrs breed experience .

  • Christina has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Christina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Christina’s links

Christina is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Patchwork Kennels 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

All breeds

Australian Shepherd

Toy Australian Shepherd

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Patchwork Kennels 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.

  • PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)

    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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