Taneum Creek Australian Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Kristine H., the breeder behind Taneum Creek Australian Shepherds located in Cle Elum, WA. We are focused on breeding AKC/ASCA registered, fully health-tested, high-quality companion and working dogs to excel and thrive! Strict and informed decision-making is key to each planned breeding. We perform a full Aussie DNA health check, complete OFA certifications on hips and elbows, and yearly OFA eye examinations. Temperament and structure are key elements to ensure happy, healthy puppies.
Q. & A. with Kristine
Why did you start breeding?
Being a professional horse trainer for over the past 12 years (Longevity Equine, LLC), I was ready for a change that still allowed me to have always had an interest in breeding and found a few good breed mentors to get me started. I have found joy in breeding and raising Aussies over the last 5 years, but truly enjoy the training and competition end of it as well.What makes your program special?
We only will consider breeding dogs that have a clear DNA panel, OFA, and are registered with either ASCA and/or AKC. Our dogs are family, and pups are raised in our home.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Kristine
Kristine 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
“Puppies come with AKC & ASCA registration, age-appropriate deworming, vaccinations, and vet checks. They are sent home with a 4-year health guarantee, copies of the sire's and dam's DNA/OFA/Health certificates, and a 3.3 bag of food. All puppies are priced the same regardless of color or sex. A deposit can be forwarded continuously until you are happy with your selection.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristine 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 Kristine 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 Kristine 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
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kristine.
Breeder's location
Meet in Cle Elum, WA
2232 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Seattle–Tacoma Airport
2296 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Kristine can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Kristine
Club memberships
Kristine is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of Washington, Pacific North West Herding Club, Yakima Valley Kennel Club, Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA), and United States Australian Shepherd Association (USASA).
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Kristine has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Kristine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Kristine is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Taneum Creek 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
Moxie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Moxie
Moxie is a beautiful black and white bi colored aussie with one of the most biddable fun temperaments you could ever ask for! She loves to do anything you ask of her with an exceptional amount of enthusiasm to match. Moxie is training and trialing well in obedience and rally, has her canine good citizen titles and is currently working stock, gearing towards her stock trial debut next year in 2025. She is already proving herself to be very versatile so early on in her career! She is fun, sporty, and the ultimate velcro dog that never leaves my side.
Wyatt, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Wyatt
Where do I begin with Wyatt? This dog is absolutely outstanding! He is a truly versatile aussie, with a happy-go-lucky attitude. He has never met a stranger and loves to greet everyone he meets. Wyatt is loyal and loveable, athletic and biddable. So far there isn't anything I have thrown at him that he doesn't excel in. He is kicking butt in obedience training, earning several titles so far - He is started well on sheep, including High in Trial Award, and has goals for more stock trails in the future. Wyatt is also started in agility, and we have plans for scent/tracking work too! If there was more time in the day, I think this dog would do it all!
Excellent health testing
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Tilly, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Tilly
Tilly is the goofiest girl that always needs to be carrying something in her mouth, usually an empty feed bowl or a tennis ball! She is medium drive with a great off switch and has a great natural instinct on stock. Tilly loves to please and often times gets so excited, she offers all her tricks and maneuvers she has been taught before I am ready! Needless to say, Tilly is very biddable and easy to train. She is well on her way training on sheep, we have goals for duck and cattle work in her near future. She holds true to breed standard and is more aloof around strangers but will warm up gently over time. She is very much devoted and loyal to us as her family and gets along wonderfully with our other dogs and animals here. She is moderate in coat and bone, and her movement is effortless and easy. We cannot wait to see what the future holds for her as she continues her trialing career!
Excellent health testing
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Taneum Creek 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.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, Cone Degeneration, Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), DNA Profile
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).
