Wagon Wheel Kennels Australian Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Christy O., the breeder behind Wagon Wheel Kennels Australian Shepherds located in Nichols, SC. Raising puppies has been so much fun, although we take our role in raising them seriously. Breeding has helped us share the joy of our dogs with other families and individuals.
Q. & A. with Christy
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.
Nova
Went homeFemale
Rooster
Went homeMale
Joni
Went homeFemale
Baxter
Went homeMale
Allie
Went homeFemale
Lexus
Went homeFemale
Doc
Went homeMale
Rucker
Went homeMale
Ricky Bobby “Bubba”
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Christy
Christy 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 $400 - $600 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Includes vaccines, de-worming, Genetic health tested and registered parents, limited health guarantee. The price listed for pups is regardless of color and does not include breeding rights.”
Contract & health guarantee
Christy 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 Christy 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 Christy 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 Christy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Nichols, SC
345 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Flexible meeting point
Christy can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Christy
Club memberships
Christy is a member of ASDR and CKC.
Christy has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Christy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Christy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Wagon Wheel Kennels 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
Wyatt, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Wyatt
Wyatt is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Christy decided to make him part of their program. Christy 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.
Mattie, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Mattie
Mattie is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Christy decided to make her part of their program. Christy 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
Excellent level
Wagon Wheel Kennels 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.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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 (rDVM, not registered), 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).
