Silverchip Aussies

Kelly M.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

Upcoming litters

Echo

Planned Australian Shepherd litter

Due Feb. 2026

Ready Apr. 2026

Meet the breeder

I'm Kelly M., the breeder behind Silverchip Aussies located in Plympton, MA. We pride ourselves on breeding dogs with temperament, versatility, intelligence, athleticism and confirmation. They are family dogs, but can and will do just about anything. Our dogs health is a priority, and all have had genetic panels (PawPrint), hips (OFA), eyes (CERT) and elbows (OFA) tested.

Q. & A. with Kelly

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I truly love this breed and want nothing more than the betterment of the Aussie breed, while providing a wonderful pet for families and competitors alike.
  • What makes your program special?

    My puppies are raised in a family setting first and foremost, we do teach them the basics and expose them to many things including, but not limited to, livestock, and a bit of herding, and obedience.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, and red. 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.

Getting a puppy from Kelly

Kelly 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 $1,000 deposit and between $2,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes: Proof or Parentage, Genetic Screening, First worming, Eye testing. Deposit checks are held until an agreement is made. If there is no agreement on a dog the deposit check is returned.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kelly 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 Kelly 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 Kelly 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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Plympton, MA

3670 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet in Boston, MA

3663 miles away

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More about Kelly

  • Club memberships

    Kelly is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).

  • Kelly has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    Kelly was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Kelly’s links

Kelly is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Silverchip 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Silverchip 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.

  • 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 Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    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 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.

  • 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).

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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.

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