I'm Toni T., the breeder behind Toni Thompson's Australian Shepherds located in Inchelium, WA. Our passion is to breed top-quality puppies and connect them with loving forever families. We absolutely love Australian Shepherds and we aim to produce healthy and exceptional puppies that will thrive in their future homes. We take pride in breeding quality puppies and strive for perfection.
Q. & A. with Toni
Why did you start breeding?
We have had Aussies since the early 90s. We raised horses for about 20 years. We worked to improve on each generation. When we decided to sell the last of our horses, we wanted to concentrate on the dogs. Working toward well bred, healthy dogs with temperments and personalities that will be an asset to any activities they might be involved in.
What makes your program special?
I would say every breeder has a special program, since we each bring personal goals and expectations into our plans. We look at temperment first. We started with very well bred stock, so we fine tune for personalities, and breeding for the kind of puppies that will fit in almost any household and for any dog sports or activities.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Toni
Toni 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 $1,000 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes AKC & ASCA registration forms. Age appropriate vaccines and worming. Well puppy check up. Tails and dew claws clipped (unless buyer requests otherwise) Guarantee against genetic faults. Continued support to buyers as needed. The deposit is the same for all pups regardless of selling price. All our puppies are priced at $1,500. Breeding rights add another $500. But I am careful with breeding rights. My deposit is $250.”
Contract & health guarantee
Toni 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 Toni 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 Toni directly.
Toni Thompson'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
Parent dogs
Maisie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Maisie
Maisie loves everyone. She is very laid back and would be happy in the house with us all day, if we let her stay inside. She is a great mom and is trusting of people with her pups.
River, dad
Australian Shepherd
About River
River is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Toni decided to make him part of their program. Toni 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.
Molly, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Molly
Molly has a fantastic personality. She is a very good mother and even jumps in to help other mom's with their pups.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Toni Thompson'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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).