Squirrelytail Farms
- Gastonia, NC
Meet the breeder
I'm Sarah M., the breeder behind Squirrelytail Farms located in Gastonia, NC. My intention is to preserve the old working lines and raise health, well rounded puppies. We raise AKC/ASCA working pups as well as some ASDR, lower energy family pets.
Q. & A. with Sarah
Why did you start breeding?
For as long as I can remember my goals in life were to be a wife and mother, and then a breeder. I did the research and my mom got my first dog with the intentions breeding when I was 14. I had 2 gorgeous Irish terriers. 2 years later an old farmer gave my his Australian Shepherd and I was hooked. At 18 I had my first litter of Australian Shepherds and I haven't looked back since.What makes your program special?
Starting out young I made many mistakes, however over the years I've learned so much about this amazing Breed. All of my Australian Shepherds are genetically health and trait tested. I've slowing been changing my pack over from pet quality aussies to the old working lines, it's my intention to preserve the lines and raise well rounded working/sport quality Australian Shepherds.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red & white, black & white, black, red merle, blue merle, red, 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.
Hemi
Went homeFemale
Klaus
Went homeMale
Donner
Went homeMale
Blitzen
Went homeMale
Jingle
Went homeFemale
Solstice
Went homeFemale
Prancer
Went homeMale
Jangle
Went homeMale
Jack Frost
Went homeMale
Star
Went homeFemale
#8 Red Tri Female
Went homeFemale
#5 Red Tri Male
Went homeMale
Raven
Went homeFemale
#9 Blue Merle Female
Went homeFemale
#10 Red Tri Male
Went homeMale
#3 Blue Merle Male
Went homeMale
#6 Blue Merle Female
Went homeFemale
#2 Black Tri Male
Went homeMale
#4 Black Tri Male
Went homeMale
Cider
Went homeMale
#3 Red Tri Male
Went homeMale
#10 Red Tri Male
Went homeMale
#8 Red Tri Male
Went homeMale
#14 Red Tri Male
Went homeMale
#12 Red Tri Male
Went homeMale
#3 Black Bi Female
Ready now2 years old · Female
Boy 3
Went homeMale
#6 Black Bi Female
Went homeFemale
#2 Blue Merle Male
Went homeMale
#8 Blue Merle Male
Went homeMale
#4 Blue Merle Male
Went homeMale
4 Black Bi Male
Ready now1 year old · Male
3 Black Bi Female
Went homeFemale
1 Black Tri Female
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Sarah
Sarah has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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
“This price includes the pups registration, first vaccination and a vet visit, a puppy package (Collar, leash, toys, chews, e.g.) and 1 well loved and socialized pup! Also life long support by me. The deposit is required to hold a puppy, and will go towards your total purchase price.”
Contract & health guarantee
Sarah 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 Sarah 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 Sarah 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
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Extras
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sarah.
Breeder's location
Meet in Gastonia, NC
Other pick-up locations
Meet in Smithfield, VA
More about Sarah
Club memberships
Sarah is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).
Sarah has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Sarah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Sarah is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Squirrelytail Farms 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
Rue, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Rue
Rue is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sarah decided to make her part of their program. Sarah 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.
Salva, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Salva
Salva is gentle and sweet, friendly, and great on the farm. She does well with my sheep and cow.
Panda, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Panda
Panda is tall 22" to the shoulder blades. About 55lbs. Very friendly. She was born here at home almost 8 years ago. Her grandsire is an AKC and ASCA Grand Champian. (Conformation)
Duke, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Duke
Duke is very sweet, very reserved. High herding drive. Grandson of Certik-Bertik.
Talon, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Talon
Talon is high energy. Strong working lines. Very smart and bidable. She is the highest energy aussies I've ever owned. Great farm dog.
Rafiki, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Rafiki
Rafiki is the absolute sweet boy you will ever meet. And to top it off he's got the brains, he is very bidable. He was raised in a cattle farm in AZ. However do to my focus in obedience and confirmation training, he isn't super confident around large herds of sheep/goats, but he is willing to work a small group.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel.
Parent health testing
Good level
Squirrelytail Farms 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).
