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Tara's Australian Shepherds
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- Niles, MI
- Responds within a few hours
Available puppies
Dot
Ready Dec. 15
7 weeks old · Female
Moe
Ready Dec. 15
7 weeks old · Male
Lou
Ready Dec. 15
7 weeks old · Male
Bud
Ready Dec. 15
7 weeks old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Tara J., the breeder behind Tara's Australian Shepherds located in Niles, MI.
Q. & A. with Tara
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red merle, blue merle, 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 and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Nico
Went homeFemale
Burrito
Went homeMale
Bacon
Went homeMale
Gus
ReservedMale
Getting a puppy from Tara
Tara 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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Contract & health guarantee
Tara 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 Tara 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 Tara 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- 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
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 Tara.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Niles, MI
498 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at South Bend Airport
500 miles away
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Meet in Notre Dame, IN
496 miles away
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More about Tara
Tara has been a member of Good Dog for 4 months
Tara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Tara is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Tara'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
Litter and program updates
Tara J.
Litter update on 04 Dec. •…Puppy shoots might become our favorite. #christmas #lightshow #australianshepherd #puppies #americanfarmdogs #greatbernese #aussies #puppylove #servicedogs #dogtherapy
Marvel and Ziggy's litter
Tara J.
Program update on 28 Nov. •…We have lots of puppies available who are 6 weeks now. We are waiting to receive mom’s DNA test and then we will get them listed. Feel free to send us a message to reserve before they’re gone!
Tara J.
Program update on 20 Nov. •Puppies first nail clipping appointment. We have lots of precious puppies available.
Tara J.
Program update on 14 Nov. •…World meet Lou!!! Isn’t he precious! Take a look at his dad and you will see how gorgeous he is going to be! We don’t have him listed YET. Here is your preview.
Tara J.
Program update on 08 Nov. •We have sweet, sweet 3 week old puppies.
Tara J.
Program update on 31 Oct. •…We have beautiful new babies available!!! They were born on October 18th indoors and are all doing great. We have 3 females and 4 males available. Please reach out if you’re interested as puppies have not all been listed yet, but will be soon. Thanks for following American Farm Dogs. We appreciate you.
Tara J.
Litter update on 23 Oct. •…This sweetie pie has come back home to us. Her name is Nico and she is now about 6 months old. She is one of the girls from Marvel and Macey’s litter. Her owners put so much into her over the last few months but they could not keep her. Her owners even say she is the perfect dog. She is so incredibly smart. This is what my behavioral specialist/ service dog trainer has to say about her, “OMG she's amazing she would make a perfect service dog! Take her to the fair! Get her exposed to different environments and she's be gold! 🥇🏆🥇” She is kennel trained, potty trained, and has also learned all of these commands: Come/her name Heel Stay Sit down Roll over Jump High five Shake Break Boop "Where's your home" Her parents are genetic tested and she comes with lots of things that will make her the perfect fit for one special family. Please only contact us, American Farm Dogs if you are very serious about wanting her.
Marvel and Macey's litter
Parent dogs
Ziggy, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Ziggy
Ziggy is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tara decided to make her part of their program. Tara 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.
Good health testing
DNA Profile, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1).Macey, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Macey
Macey is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tara decided to make her part of their program. Tara 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.
Good health testing
DNA Profile, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1).Marvel, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Marvel
Marvel is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tara decided to make him part of their program. Tara 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.
Good health testing
DNA Profile, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1).
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Tara'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).
