Rockiń N Kennel

  • Mason, IL
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Meet the breeder

I'm Heather N., the breeder behind Rockiń N Kennel located in Mason, IL. Hi, I'm Heather Nelson I'm the breeder behind Rockin N located in Mason, IL. We focus on temperament, health, obedience, structure and color. Throughout the time the puppies are with us, we ensure each one is socialized, healthy, and prepared to excel in their forever home. Wetreareach puppies like they are never leaving us. They are raised around all sizes of dogs and very well-socialized around humans of all sizes. We love our dogs!

Q. & A. with Heather

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I started breeding after discovering how much joy I found in caring for dogs and watching them grow. What began as a small family passion became my true calling. I love raising healthy, social puppies and helping them find loving homes. Being part of each puppy’s journey brings me happiness daily, and I’m grateful for every moment spent raising them with love and care here every day with joy daily 
  • What makes your program special?

    My husband Josh and our boys help care for, train, and socialize every puppy. Our home is lively, with plenty of snuggles from family and friends. We work hard to raise healthy, well-loved pups ready for family life. At Rockin’ N Kennel, we’re proud to be a trusted breeder in Mason, IL, raising friendly, happy dogs with room to run and thrive.
  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Aussiedoodle puppies include mini and standard sizes. Shihpoo puppies are mini size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Australian Shepherd puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, red, sable, dilute red, and dilute blue. Aussiedoodle puppies include blue merle, red merle, black phantom, black and white, black tri-color, red phantom, and red tri-color. Shih Tzu puppies include black, red, red and white, and black gold and silver. Shihpoo puppies include merle, blue and white, brindle, black white and silver, black gold and silver, black and white, and black. 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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Heather

Heather 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 between $1,000 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes health guarantee, AKC registration if applicable, first round of vaccinations, deworming and puppy socialization. All of our puppies require a deposit to hold and that amount will come off the purchase price or the pupz.”

Contract & health guarantee

Heather 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 Heather 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 Heather 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
    • Extras
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Heather.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Mason, IL

Other pick-up locations

Meet at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport / Scott Air Force Base


Flexible meeting point

Heather can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Heather

  • Heather has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years

    Heather was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Heather’s links

Heather is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Rockiń N Kennel 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

All breeds

Poodle

Weimaraner

Shih Tzu

Australian Shepherd

Aussiedoodle

Parent health testing

Aussiedoodle

Australian Shepherd

Shihpoo

Shih Tzu

Rockiń N Kennel 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 Aussiedoodles.

  • Full Embark 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).

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