Riverlook Australian Shepherds
- Elkton, TN
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Expected Australian Shepherd litter
Due Apr. 2026
Expected Australian Shepherd litter
Due May 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Niki G., the breeder behind Riverlook Australian Shepherds located in Elkton, TN. Riverlook Australian Shepherds is a small hobby show breeder of quality and health tested Australian Shepherds. We love our dogs and enjoy sharing them with happy homes.
Q. & A. with Niki
Why did you start breeding?
I started raising Aussies in 2005. This was a few year after seeing and wanting a TX Heeler(Aussie x Heeler cross). We tried to find one and never could so my father decided to try and raise a litter of them for ourselves. We bought an Aussie but never went through with the cross as we fell in love with the Aussie breed.What makes your program special?
All of our dogs are picked based on health, pedigree, conformation, and temperament. We want our dogs to be healthy and loyal companions but look good doing it. Our Aussies are bred to the AKC and ASCA breed standards where we have dogs titled and competing in conformation, agility, and other performance venues.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 and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from Niki
Niki 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.
Niki 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 7 weeks old.
Price
“We require a $300 non-refundable deposit to hold a puppy until weaning. We will start taking deposits at 2 weeks old and the first priority will be given to those on our waiting list based on evals. We require a $300 non-refundable deposit to hold a puppy until weaning. We will start taking deposits at 2 weeks old and the first priority will be given to those on our waiting list based on evals.”
Contract & health guarantee
Niki 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 Niki 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 Niki 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
- 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
- Microchip
Extras
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Niki.
Breeder's location
Meet in Elkton, TN
587 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Huntsville Airport (Carl T. Jones Field)
597 miles away
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More about Niki
Club memberships
Niki is a member of United States Australian Shepherd Association (USASA), Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA), and Huntsville Kennel Club.
Certifications & recognitions
Breeder/Owner/Handler , American Kennel Club Canine College, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Niki has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Niki was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Niki is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Riverlook 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
CH Riverlook Ready Aim Fire Barrett, mom
Australian Shepherd
About CH Riverlook Ready Aim Fire Barrett
CH Riverlook Ready Aim Fire Barrett is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Niki decided to make her part of their program. Niki 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.
Great health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).CH Riverlook Worth The Drama ATT, mom
Australian Shepherd
About CH Riverlook Worth The Drama ATT
CH Riverlook Worth The Drama ATT is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Niki decided to make her part of their program. Niki 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.
Great health testing
Dentition, Patellar Luxation, +3 more.(AKC Mjr Ptd) Affinity LF Red Dirt Road to Riverlook ATT FDC, dad
Australian Shepherd
About (AKC Mjr Ptd) Affinity LF Red Dirt Road to Riverlook ATT FDC
(AKC Mjr Ptd) Affinity LF Red Dirt Road to Riverlook ATT FDC is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Niki decided to make him part of their program. Niki 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.
Great health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).CH Riverlook Get Your Shine On FDC CGCA CGCA, mom
Australian Shepherd
About CH Riverlook Get Your Shine On FDC CGCA CGCA
CH Riverlook Get Your Shine On FDC CGCA CGCA is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Niki decided to make her part of their program. Niki 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.
Great health testing
Dentition, Patellar Luxation, +4 more.CH Emerald-View Wear It Like an Angel "Halo", mom
Australian Shepherd
About CH Emerald-View Wear It Like an Angel "Halo"
CH Emerald-View Wear It Like an Angel "Halo" is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Niki decided to make her part of their program. Niki 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.
Great health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA), +1 more.CH Empyrean Riverlook Double Exposure CGCA CGCU "Canon", dad
Australian Shepherd
About CH Empyrean Riverlook Double Exposure CGCA CGCU "Canon"
CH Empyrean Riverlook Double Exposure CGCA CGCU "Canon" is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Niki decided to make him part of their program. Niki 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.
Great health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more.CH Loretta Just Like Fire at Riverlook CGCA CGCU ATT "Alice", mom
Australian Shepherd
About CH Loretta Just Like Fire at Riverlook CGCA CGCU ATT "Alice"
CH Loretta Just Like Fire at Riverlook CGCA CGCU ATT "Alice" is a female Australian Shepherd almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Niki decided to make her part of their program. Niki 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.
Great health testing
Dentition, Patellar Luxation, +3 more.CH Silverstone's Stacking the Odds at Riverlook "Chancie", mom
Australian Shepherd
About CH Silverstone's Stacking the Odds at Riverlook "Chancie"
CH Silverstone's Stacking the Odds at Riverlook "Chancie" is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Niki decided to make her part of their program. Niki 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.
Great health testing
Dentition, Patellar Luxation, +4 more.GCHS Copperridge's Wortha Risk on Riverlook BCAT FDC CGCA CGCU ATT, dad
Australian Shepherd
About GCHS Copperridge's Wortha Risk on Riverlook BCAT FDC CGCA CGCU ATT
GCHS Copperridge's Wortha Risk on Riverlook BCAT FDC CGCA CGCU ATT is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Niki decided to make him part of their program. Niki 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.
Great health testing
Dentition, Patellar Luxation, +4 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Riverlook 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
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.
Optimal Selection Canine Genetic Breeding Analysis, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Multifocal Retinopathy 2 (CMR2), Dilated Cardiomyopathy 1 (DCM1), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC)
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).
