Shellyn’s Australian Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Michele S., the breeder behind Shellyn’s Australian Shepherds located in Somonauk, IL. The foundation of our breeding program starts with raising healthy and well-loved dogs. We aim to pass the same happiness of owning a quality-bred dog to our buyers.
Q. & A. with Michele
Why did you start breeding?
I started breeding, training and showing collies in 1984. My three favorite breeds were always Collies, Dobermans and German shepherds. I dabbled in all three breeds. But after retiring from showing, I enjoyed camping with my corgis and horses, but always had a Aussie in the family. My husbands always had Aussies and when we got our second puppy together after his old one passed, I found my passion for training again with this smart fun breed.What makes your program special?
My adults are our pets. They live in our home, not in a kennel. My goal from the puppy’s birth, is to create a routine to help the puppy make the adjustment into its new home.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Australian Shepherd puppies include black and blue merle. Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppies include fawn, red, and black and tan. 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 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Michele
Michele 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
Contract & health guarantee
Michele 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 Michele 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 Michele directly.
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 Michele.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Somonauk, IL
616 miles away
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More about Michele
Michele has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Michele was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Michele is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Shellyn’s 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
Bandit, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Bandit
Bandit is a male Australian Shepherd over 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Michele decided to make him part of their program. Michele 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).
Josie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Josie
Josie is a female Australian Shepherd over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michele decided to make her part of their program. Michele 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.
Uploaded health tests
Canine Multifocal Retinopathy (cmr3; BEST1 Exon 10 SNP).
Parent health testing
Australian Shepherd
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Good level
Shellyn’s 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.
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).
