Pilcher Farms
Meet the breeder
I'm Brad P., the breeder behind Pilcher Farms located in Loda, IL. We hold ourselves to high standards for the integrity of our program. All of our puppies are socialized, nurtured, and loved! Our breeding program started with one small litter that turned into a fulfilling, lifelong passion! We believe there’s no greater joy than providing families with companions that share unconditional love no matter what.
Q. & A. with Brad
Why did you start breeding?
At Pilcher Farms we mix show lines with natural herding instincts to produce highly intelligent Aussies, with great temperaments that are put together in a beautiful package. Dont miss this opportunity to own your very own!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.
Hazel
Went homeFemale
Sarah
Went homeFemale
Addie
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Angie
Went homeFemale
Oreo
Went homeMale
Tristan
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Brad
Brad 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
"AKC registrable litter Due January 17th 2024 sire by Ride the Storm Wrangler and Dam is a Blue Merle female with beautiful amber colored eyes by our sweet Mable. Pups will be ready for their forever homes in March. A $200 deposit now will hold your place in line for picks of litter. Shipping is available anywhere in the US for a flat fee of $500."
Contract & health guarantee
Brad 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 Brad 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 Brad directly.
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
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Puppy starter kit
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Brad.
Breeder's location
Meet in Loda, IL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at University of Illinois - Willard Airport
More about Brad
Brad has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Brad was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Brad’s links
Brad is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Pilcher Farms 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
June, mom
Australian Shepherd
About June
June Bug is a fun loving sweat gentle soul. She is Great with her pups as a mother and even tries to mother our kids when the pups are away. She has a big heart and wonderful temperament. This trait carry’s on to the personality’s of her pups.
Mabely, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Mabely
Mabel is our sweet blue Merle girl. She is out of our oldest and family favorite bloodline with us having four generations of pups out of. She is big hearted, full of curiosity and head strong but extremely loving and compassionate towards our whole family. This is a strong trait that shines through in the puppy’s out of this bloodline.
Maggie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Maggie
Maggie or Pilcher Farms Next Gen 3 is the grand daughter out of our Gemma line that was our original breeding female. She is a loving sweet girl that smart and assume around our kids and livestock. She has a great personality and we are happy to share her offspring with new family’s.
Wander, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Wander
Stout, heavy structured male who is has a strong yet loving personality. He is genital with our kids and protective of our farm.
Bella, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Bella
Pilchers Bella, Standard Blue Merle Female Australian Shepherd standing 19 inches and weighing 42 lbs. Bella is blue merle female with piercing blue eyes with a huge loving personality. She was sired by Homeplaces Duke the Almighty and her mother was Pilcher Star of the Sea Molly . She has a loving personality and you can trust she will be the first and last one standing by your side.
Wrangler, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Wrangler
Sugar Creeks Ride the Storm Wrangler. He stands stud for us here at Pilcher Farms for his rich pedigree that is packed full of Champions within the breed. Just as important he does well with all other dogs, loves people, and is gentle with children.
Molly, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Molly
Molly
Gea, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Gea
Gea is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Brad decided to make her part of their program. Brad 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
Great level
Pilcher Farms 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.
