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Shaggy Shepherd Farm
Meet the breeder
I'm Melissa, Trevor, and Leah S., the breeder behind Shaggy Shepherd Farm located in Illinois. We are lifelong dog enthusiasts, and we’re excited to share our passion and purpose with others through our breeding program. We fell in love with the breed because of their intelligence and personality. There’s hardly a better feeling than being able to share them with other families that will love them the way that we do!
Q. & A. with Melissa, Trevor, and Leah
Why did you start breeding?
My sophomore year threw an unexpected curve at me... in other words, I moved schools. I quickly realized my potential at my new (bigger) school which provided a strong FFA program. I decided then that this was my chance to carry out what I thought could only be a dream of mine, and make it a reality. With the support of both my family and community, I created a business as well as an FFA SAE.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red merle and black tri-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Melissa, Trevor, and Leah
Melissa, Trevor, and Leah 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 $700 - $800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes all up-to-date vet commodities, puppy starters, and your furever friend!”
Contract & health guarantee
Melissa, Trevor, and Leah 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 Melissa, Trevor, and Leah 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 Melissa, Trevor, and Leah 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa, Trevor, and Leah.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Illinois
642 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Melissa, Trevor, and Leah can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Melissa, Trevor, and Leah
Melissa, Trevor, and Leah has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Melissa, Trevor, and Leah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Melissa, Trevor, and Leah is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Shaggy Shepherd Farm 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Shaggy Shepherd Farm 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.
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).
