Tawodi Hills

Jennifer Y.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • Seneca, SC

Meet the breeder

I'm Jennifer Y., the breeder behind Tawodi Hills located in Seneca, SC. We strive to produce puppies that adhere to the breed standard and are exceptional in the home and on the farm. We love our dogs! The first few weeks of a dog’s life are critical for their development, so we raise our puppies with lots of group and individual attention, plus the best socialization and care that we can provide. We want each of our puppies to be prepared for their new lives in their forever homes.

Q. & A. with Jennifer

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My family got our first aussie when I was 7 years old- and the rest is history 😉. "Ringo" was our first aussie and he chose me on the car ride home from the breeder's. That was it for me, I was hooked! I spent many years researching and owning aussies before beginning my breeding program.

  • What makes your program special?

    I take pride in breeding dogs that are the best combination of healthy conformation with a mind for companionship, performance and working. Our breeding dogs are our family pets. They spend days with us out running the pastures and they have easy "off switches" when it's time to just settle down and hang out.

  • 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.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Jennifer

Jennifer 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and $900 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"This price includes AKC and ASCA papers for registration and a puppy care pack to take home. Puppies will be up to date on age appropriate, veterinarian administered vaccinations and deworming. They will be introduced to crate training, leash walking and other beginner behaviors to make the transition into their new homes as stress free as possible for puppy and family. The nonrefundable $300 deposit will be applied to the final purchase price of your puppy. Limited registration is $1500. Full registration is $2000 for puppies deemed to be possible breeding quality by us. We will remain co-owners of any puppies sold under full registration until we receive proof of all approved health testing including, but not limited to the Australian Shepherd panel gentics testing, OFAs on hips and elbows and CAER eye certifications."

Contract & health guarantee

Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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
      • 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
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Seneca, SC

4495 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Flexible meeting point

Jennifer can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Jennifer

  • Jennifer has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years

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

  • Jennifer’s links

Jennifer is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Tawodi Hills 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

Tawodi Hills 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, 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Jennifer to bring home their puppies.

  • Jasmine R.

    Verified owner · June 2024

      • +6

    Jennifer was very responsive and knowledgeable about the breed. She always answered my questions and provided me with many photos and videos of my puppy before picking her up. She was able to meet halfway in D.C. and even after having puppy, if i still had questions or concerns she was able to answer them! Overall Jennifer is a wonderful breeder and I have recommended her many times to to friends and coworkers who are looking to add an Aussie to their home! My Stella is now six months and we have had her for almost four months now and I cant be happier and satisfied!

  • Jeffrey F.

    Verified owner · June 2024

    I have been researching places to get a pup for the past couple months. At one point I had 157 tabs open between my phone and computer trying to find the best breeder. I got in contact with several breeders and almost locked in with one. I ended up cancelling with the initial breeder and kept my search going. I stumbled across Jennifer's page and reached out to her about Buddy. She replied within 3 minutes and we got to talking. Jennifer wanted to make sure that we were a good fit for him so i filled out the application and told her about myself. Once she determined we were a match we finalized everything through GoodDog. The process was really quick and easy. We then set up the pick up date 2 days after. I was going to drive from Maryland to South Carolina but Jennifer offered to meet me around North Carolina which saved me 2 hours of travel time. When I met up with Jennifer she was very kind and friendly but also serious. She made sure that I was well informed about Buddy and his demeanor, the commands that he knew, how to take care of him, food he's been eating and several other things. After that, Jennifer provided me with a Goody Bag which included Buddy's paperwork, registration, food, toys, blanket with moms scent and some treats. There's no doubt that Jennifer loves all the pups and that she is serious about what she does. Shes amazing! When I took Buddy home he was comfortable in the crate, he knew leave it, sit, drop it and go potty. He even knew how to loose leash walk . I'm amazed by how great buddy is. Jennifer definitely does her job well and if I end up getting more room and a bigger yard. I would go back to her for another pup. My experience was exceptional! Highly recommend

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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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