I'm Emily W., the breeder behind Radiant Light Australian Shepherds located in Clinton, TN. We are a small breeder in East Tennessee which focuses on quality AKC Australian Shepherds. Radiant Light Aussies strives to meet the breed standards and produce lovable companions with great temperaments. Our dogs are AKC registered, have regular health checks, as well as genetic health testing.
Q. & A. with Emily
Why did you start breeding?
For as long as I can remember, I always dreamed of owning a blue merle aussie. On my sixteenth birthday, my parents gifted me with my first blue merle aussie (Ellie). I continue to learn all that I can about this breed to not only share with others, but to preserve it for years to come.
What makes your program special?
I run a small, in-home breeding program where I prioritize giving each dog and puppy the best care that I can. I have high expectations for my puppies and make sure to place each one in an enriching and loving home that will match their temperament and personality.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Emily
Emily 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Emily 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 Emily 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 Emily directly.
Radiant Light 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 dogs
Roman, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Roman
Roman is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Emily decided to make him part of their program. Emily 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Radiant Light 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.
Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary)
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 (Preliminary)
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.
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).