Pondview Australian Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Nicole H., the breeder behind Pondview Australian Shepherds located in Rocky Mount, VA. We breed well-rounded Standard Aussies for work and for responsible companion homes. Our dogs excel in a variety of fields, and we prioritize temperament, health, and working ability. These dogs can do it all, and we make sure to foster that versatility beginning from the moment they're born.
Q. & A. with Nicole
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Nicole
Nicole 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 refundable deposit and between $700 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Nicole 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 Nicole 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 Nicole 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nicole.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Rocky Mount, VA
193 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Charlottesville–Albemarle Airport
82 miles away
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More about Nicole
Nicole has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Nicole was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Nicole is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Pondview Australian Shepherds 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Pondview Australian Shepherds 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), Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 6 (NCL 6), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 8 (NCL8), Australian Shepherd Type, Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Cone Degeneration, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), 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).
