Virginia Australian Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Tanner S., the breeder behind Virginia Australian Shepherds located in Dryden, VA. Our mission is to raise healthy, happy, adorable puppies and connect loving families with their new best friend! Our puppies are raised with love in our home, and we strive to help each one grow up with confidence so they are ready to thrive with their new families. They are affectionate, intelligent, and cute as can be!
Q. & A. with Tanner
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 and a kennel on my property.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Summit
Went homeFemale
Peyton
Went homeFemale
Hendon
Went homeMale
Smokey
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
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Maleficent (Mel)
Went homeFemale
Gaston
Went homeMale
'REDUCED' AKC Female 1
Went homeFemale
AKC female 5
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Tanner
Tanner has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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
“The price includes a health guarantee, AKC registration, first set of shots as well as worming at 2,4,6 and 8 weeks of age.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tanner 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 Tanner 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 Tanner 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
- AKC registration
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tanner.
Breeder's location
Meet in Dryden, VA
336 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tri-Cities Airport
323 miles away
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Meet in Columbus, OH
301 miles away
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More about Tanner
Tanner has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Tanner was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Tanner’s links
Tanner is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Virginia 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
Tanner S.
Litter update on 20 Aug 2025 •…This little guy is still looking for his forever home. He is an AKC registered standard Australian Shepherd. He has been fully vaccinated and has been started on heart-worm medication as well as flea and tick prevention. Someone give this guy his forever home. He is priced at $500 for limited registration.
Cooper and Sable's litter
Tanner S.
Litter update on 13 Aug 2025 •AKC Standard Australian Shepherd. Red tri male.
Cooper and Sable's litter
Tanner S.
Litter update on 13 Aug 2025 •AKC Standard Australian Shepherd. Female black tri
Cooper and Sable's litter
Tanner S.
Litter update on 02 July 2025 •Red tri female. Ready for her new home July 7th.
Cooper and Sable's litter
Tanner S.
Litter update on 02 July 2025 •Red tri male. Ready for his new home July 7th.
Cooper and Sable's litter
Tanner S.
Litter update on 02 July 2025 •Black tri female. Ready for her new home on July 7th
Cooper and Sable's litter
Parent dogs
Tonto, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Tonto
Tonto is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tanner decided to make him part of their program. Tanner 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.
Mocha, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Mocha
Mocha is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tanner decided to make her part of their program. Tanner 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.
Sable, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Sable
Sable is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tanner decided to make her part of their program. Tanner 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
Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), +7 more.
Cooper, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Cooper
Cooper is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tanner decided to make him part of their program. Tanner 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
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Cone Degeneration, German Shepherd Dog Type, +1 more.
Ellie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Ellie
Ellie is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tanner decided to make her part of their program. Tanner 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
Virginia 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
