Twin Lakes Ridge Farm
- Rockwell City, IA
- Responds within a few days
Available puppies
Girl 1
Ready now
3 years old · Female
Girl 2
Ready now
3 years old · Female
Boy 1
Ready now
3 years old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Taylor S., the breeder behind Twin Lakes Ridge Farm located in Rockwell City, IA. Our dogs are our family first and foremost. It has always been our passion to raise smart, loving, and loyal puppies. We are always looking for ways to better our Australian Shepherd lines and our program.
Q. & A. with Taylor
Why did you start breeding?
I love being a breeder. It's so fulfilling to see the positive effect that a beloved, furry companion can have on his or her family. It is an honor to represent the Australian Shepherd breed and create opportunities for others to experience the same joy that I've found in raising these wonderful dogs.What makes your program special?
We love our dogs and what we do, and we strive to make each puppy a great contribution to his or her forever home. Our dogs and puppies are lovingly raised in our home as part of our family so that we can prepare them to be wonderful additions to yours. We would be honored to connect with you!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Australian Shepherd puppies are 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.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Taylor
Taylor 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $400 - $1,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes 2 year guarantee, all registrations, puppy vaccinations, vet checked, dewclaws and tails removed, dewormed and puppy pack. $200 non refundable fee to hold and secure your pick.”
Contract & health guarantee
Taylor 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 Taylor 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 Taylor 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 Taylor.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Rockwell City, IA
4553 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Minneapolis–St. Paul /Wold-Chamberlain Airport
4380 miles away
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More about Taylor
Club memberships
Taylor is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA) and American Kennel Club.
Taylor has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Taylor was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Taylor is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Twin Lakes Ridge Farm 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
All breeds
Australian Shepherd
Toy Australian Shepherd
German Shorthaired Pointer
Willow, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Willow
Willow is a female Australian Shepherd over 9 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Taylor decided to make her part of their program. Taylor 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
Animal Genetics Panel.Daisy, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Daisy
Daisy is a female Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Taylor decided to make her part of their program. Taylor 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.
Rick, dad
German Shorthaired Pointer
About Rick
Rick is a male German Shorthaired Pointer over 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Taylor decided to make him part of their program. Taylor 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Twin Lakes Ridge Farm 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.
Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Cone Degeneration, Animal Genetics 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).
