Swope's Rockhouse Farm
Meet the breeder
I'm Sonya S., the breeder behind Swope's Rockhouse Farm located in West Plains, MO. We are a small breeding operation that focuses on quality over quantity. We breed conformationally correct puppies according to the breed standards. Our puppies are well socialized and fully vetted before they go to their new homes. We play with our puppies from birth until they go to their new homes, and we send lots of updates while the puppy is with us. We are also available for questions after the puppy is in its new home.
Q. & A. with Sonya
Why did you start breeding?
Many years ago, we raised Boxers and Basset Hounds. Our first Lab was a Christmas gift from me to my husband. After getting our first Aussie, we fell in love with the breed. We knew we wanted to share that love with others. The rest is history.What makes your program special?
We spend a lot of time making sure our dogs have the best care possible. We give them quality feed, exercise them daily, and take them to the vet as needed. Our puppies are played with daily. We follow a strict vaccination schedule that goes above and beyond many programs. Our puppies see the vet at least 3 times before they are 8 weeks old to ensure our families receive a healthy, happy puppy.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red merle and blue merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Maize
Went homeMale
Pumpkin
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Sonya
Sonya 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $700 - $850 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“It also includes Neopar vaccine, 2 5-way and 1 Bordetella vaccines, microchip, dewormings, vet visits, health certificate, and quality puppy food. Deposit is $250.00.”
Contract & health guarantee
Sonya 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 Sonya 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 Sonya 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 Sonya.
Breeder’s location
Meet in West Plains, MO
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Springfield–Branson National Airport
More about Sonya
Sonya has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Sonya was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Sonya is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Swope's Rockhouse 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 dogs
Sam, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Sam
Sam is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Sonya decided to make her part of their program. Sonya 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.
Stan, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Stan
Stan is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Sonya decided to make him part of their program. Sonya 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Swope's Rockhouse 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.
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (CMO), Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 6 (NCL 6), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type, Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Cone Degeneration, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
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).
