I'm Rick R., the breeder behind RR Australian Shepherds located in Marshall, MI. We hold ourselves to the highest standard when it comes to our dogs and our policies. We take responsible breeding very seriously. Our mission as breeders is to preserve the integrity of the Australian Shepherd. For this reason, we only breed occasionally when we’re sure we’re producing a litter that meets breed standards.
Q. & A. with Rick
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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Rick
Rick 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 between $800 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Pay over time with Klarna.
Contract & health guarantee
Rick 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 Rick 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 Rick directly.
RR 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
Litter and program updates
Rick R.
Program update on 09 Dec. •
Puppies are growing fast. Almost walking, already standing up and moving all over the place. Eyes not open but any day. Very fat, mom is milking for 10.😁
Rick R.
Litter update on 09 Nov. •
Just letting everyone know that Shelby is confirmed Pregnant.
Deuce and Shelby's litter
Rick R.
Program update on 15 Feb. •
Litter has been placed. Next litter planned for Fall.
Rick R.
Litter update on 07 Feb. •
I have decided to offer the black tri girl for adoption. I was planning to keep this girl, but circumstances have changed. This is an exceptional puppy, priced to sell at $1,200.00.
Hank and Shelby's litter
Rick R.
Program update on 23 Dec. 2024 •
Thought you might get a kick outa this. My adult dogs at play.😁
Rick R.
Litter update on 21 Dec. 2024 •
2 days ago. Happy dogs.
Hank and Shelby's litter
Rick R.
Program update on 20 Dec. 2024 •
Puppies are 7 weeks old now, had their 1st vacation on Monday, been wormed several times, and one solid food and eating great
Rick R.
Program update on 17 Dec. 2024 •
Rick R.
Litter update on 17 Dec. 2024 •
Hank and Shelby's litter
Rick R.
Litter update on 10 Dec. 2024 •
5 1/2 weeks
Hank and Shelby's litter
Parent dogs
Shelby, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Shelby
Triple Champion with working titles, PRODUCER of Conformation Champions and working Champions.
Clear health panel, hips and elbows excellent, eyes no abnormalities.
Good health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1).
Deuce, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Deuce
Deuce is young and not shown yet.
Look for him next year on the Show Circuit.
He is a loving boy with a kind disposition and good looks.
Blue merle, natural Bob Tail.
Hank, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Hank
Hank is from a kennel of Merit and sired by a Gold Grand Champion and a Champion Dam.
Fabulous disposition and drive.
Clear health panel. A young dog, just 2 , 1st litter. Expecting great things.
Bella, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Bella
Bella is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rick decided to make her part of their program. Rick 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.
Beamer, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Beamer
Beamer is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rick decided to make him part of their program. Rick 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
Excellent level
RR 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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 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 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.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Rick to bring home their puppies.
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Mary G.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
Rick was wonderful to work with, and his dogs clearly are a cut above the rest. He was honest and responsive to my messages, and our pup is incredibly intelligent, healthy, and beautiful! She is very eager to please and easy to be with, and even after 24 hours being stuck in the airport, slept ALL night from the beginning.
Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.