Tk’s Kennels

Kelley J.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

Meet the breeder

I'm Kelley J., the breeder behind Tk’s Kennels located in Elizabeth City, NC. I breed for health, strong bones, and temperaments. I myself grew up showing dogs and understand the value of raising a good pup and socialization. I strive to do my best to place the pups in a safe and knowledgeable home. It’s not just income you provide my family you too become our family.

Q. & A. with Kelley

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Growing up I showed as a JR handler for AKC, also helping my dad raise and show chow chows. The Breeding “bug” struck me when I was just 8 years old and in 2020 my dreams finally came true and I began my program.
  • What makes your program special?

    My love for the animals is poured into them and the family’s who adopt. I feel like so often people get wrapped up in “making money” but yet forget how important it is to place a puppy in the right homes. So I offer a responsible program that which I feel I make sure the owners are prepared for their new baby’s.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, and red. 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 Kelley

Kelley 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 between $500 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price also includes CKC registration, shots (age appropriate), a health certificate, dewormed every two weeks upon pick up, puppy packets, Food to go, blanket with mom's scent, and a forever friend and family member with us!”

Contract & health guarantee

Kelley 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 Kelley 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 Kelley 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 Kelley.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Elizabeth City, NC

4145 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Norfolk Airport

4115 miles away

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More about Kelley

  • Kelley has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Kelley was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Kelley’s links

Kelley is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Tk’s Kennels 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

Good level

Tk’s Kennels 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.

  • Full Embark 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).

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