I'm Linda C., the breeder behind Rush Creek Aussies located in Dalton, NY. We pride ourselves on making sure you and your new fur baby are the right fit! Our investment in the health and socializing of our puppies will ensure a long and gratifying experience from your investment.
Q. & A. with Linda
Why did you start breeding?
We love our Aussie and thought sharing this joy with other families would be a great way to supplement our household income.
What makes your program special?
We love our babies and carefully screen possible new homes. Our dam has such a sweet personality we want to share that with your family through her babies!
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Linda
Linda 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.
“Deposits are required depending on circumstances. When a potential new family inquires about one of our babies, they will have first choice in order of viewing appointments. Deposits are taken:
*when a pup is chosen but not yet ready to go home with you.
*if you wish a certain pup, sight unseen, for their gender/ markings, and we hold that pup for you. Deposits are required depending on circumstances. When a potential new family inquires about one of our babies, they will have first choice in order of viewing appointments. Deposits are taken:
*when a pup is chosen but not yet ready to go home with you.
*if you wish a certain pup, sight unseen, for their gender/ markings, and we hold that pup for you.”
Contract & health guarantee
Linda 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 Linda 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 Linda directly.
Rush Creek Aussies 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
Birdie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Birdie
Sweet disposition!
Comes from a line of show dogs although we have not trained her in that way.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Rush Creek Aussies 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.
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PRA, Cone-Rod Dystrophy (PRA-crd), Standard Wirehaired Dachshund Type
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).