Wild Atlantic Aussies

Julie and Jim S.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

Meet the breeder

I'm Julie and Jim S., the breeder behind Wild Atlantic Aussies located in Sudbury, MA. Our puppies are trained on- and off- leash, sleep through the night, are crate trained, and mostly potty trained. They have had tons of socialization with people, including lots of children, and also with dogs of all sizes and ages. Any home will be enriched and lucky to have them.

Q. & A. with Julie and Jim

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Jim grew up with collies, and his family bred their dog. He loved the experience, and wanted to share it with our children. We had our first litter last summer, and when the pups went to their forever homes in the fall, they were very well socialized and trained.
  • What makes your program special?

    We have four children, and a busy household. Our puppies will receive a lot of attention, and will be desensitized to a lot. There will be no shortage of helping hands to care for and train the puppies in their early weeks. In addition, a lot of time and effort was put into making sure Galway was right for breeding, and finding the perfect mate for her.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include red merle, blue merle, black tri-color, and red tri-color. 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 Julie and Jim

Julie and Jim 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 $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes AKC registration, first round of vaccines, and deworming.”

Contract & health guarantee

Julie and Jim 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 Julie and Jim 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 Julie and Jim 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
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
      • Toys
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Julie and Jim.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Sudbury, MA

Other pick-up locations

More about Julie and Jim

  • Julie and Jim has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Julie and Jim was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Julie and Jim’s links

Julie and Jim is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Wild Atlantic Aussies 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

Excellent level

Wild Atlantic Aussies 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.

  • 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).

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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