I'm Kayla L., the breeder behind Red Dirt Stock Dogs located in East Bend, NC. We focus on breeding dogs that have enough working drive to keep up with our lifestyle, but also have amazing temperaments and can quickly adapt to a calm family setting. We offer well-tempered, health-tested dogs with foundations that nurture curiosity, drive, and obedience.


Kayla has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Kayla partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 6 weeks old.
“Puppies are matched to homes based on temperament, drive, experience, and intended job. Buyer preferences are considered; final placement is made by the breeder at 6-8 weeks.”

“ACD × Kelpie puppies from proven working stock lines. Raised around livestock with early socialization. Come with age-appropriate vaccines, deworming, and a vet health check. Deposits are non-refundable. Deposits are applied toward the total purchase price of the puppy. Puppies are reserved in order deposits are received, once buyers are approved.”
Kayla 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 Kayla 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 Kayla directly.
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You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kayla.
Meet in East Bend, NC
4323 miles away
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Meet at Raleigh–Durham Airport
4269 miles away
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Meet in Raleigh, NC
4267 miles away
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Kayla has been a member of Good Dog for 5 months
Kayla was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.

Red Dirt Stock Dogs meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

Australian Kelpie
About Rue
Rue is a female Australian Kelpie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kayla decided to make her part of their program. Kayla 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.
Red Dirt Stock Dogs 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 Working Dog Crosses.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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 (rDVM, not registered)
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 Examination (rDVM, not 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Vet Wellness Exam
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Disease Panel
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).