XA AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDS
Meet the breeder
I'm Cheryl V., the breeder behind XA AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDS located in Gowen, MI. We raise our litters in our home to help set the foundation for happy and confident puppies to transition well into their forever homes. It’s a privilege to have the opportunity to make an impact on each individual puppy!
Q. & A. with Cheryl
Why did you start breeding?
I adore these dogs and there is no better feeling than watching the joy their new families have adding one of them to their home.What makes your program special?
I raise my puppies in my home and de-sensitize and socialize them to everything I can possibly think of. My puppies know so much love from humans and other dogs - they are confident and happy in most any situation.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black and 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.
Sporty Spice
Went homeFemale
Ginger Spice
Went homeFemale
Scary Spice
Went homeFemale
Posh Spice
Went homeFemale
Baby Spice
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 3 - CHOCOLATE ALMOND "ALMOND"
Went homeFemale
Boy 3 - COFFEE
Went homeMale
Boy 4 - MOOSE TRAX "MT"
Went homeMale
Boy 1 - Rocky Road - "ROCKY"
Went homeMale
Boy 2 - OREO
Went homeMale
Boy 7 - MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP "CHIP"
Went homeMale
Girl 1 - BLACK CHERRY "CHERRY"
Went homeFemale
Girl 2 - BUTTER PECAN "BUTTER"
Went homeFemale
Boy 6 - BLUE MOON "MOONIE"
Went homeMale
Boy 5 - PISTACHIO
Went homeMale
Shells
Went homeFemale
Fettuccine
Went homeFemale
Rigatoni
Went homeMale
Penne
Went homeFemale
Tortellini
Went homeMale
Teeny
Went homeFemale
Ravioli
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Cheryl
Cheryl 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 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Cheryl 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 Cheryl 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 Cheryl 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
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Cheryl.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Gowen, MI
500 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Grand Rapids
506 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Cheryl can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Cheryl
Cheryl has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Cheryl was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Cheryl is a trusted Good Dog breeder
XA 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
Lasagna, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Lasagna
Lasagna is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cheryl decided to make her part of their program. Cheryl 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.
Oakley, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Oakley
OAKLEY RED MEADOW OF TREES - "OAKLEY" Would life really be complete without a redhead in the aussie mixing bowl? Oakley was one of those that you don’t event know you’re looking for and then she is in front of you and it just was right! She’s a big and uniquely pretty blue eyed girl who came here as a young adult and quickly became part of the pack! No toy is safe from Oakley – poor Johnny has toys since he was a puppy that he lovingly still plays with or did until the wrecking ball that is redheaded Oakley discovered the toy tote! She is exuberant, devoted, always happy enough to contort her body in two to wiggle at me and she is a willing partner in crime to Lasagna! Oakley has become a really good travel companion. I haven’t found a treat yet that she doesn’t like but same as the rest of them, the excitement of going for a pup cup is a favorite for her and if I add in taking her through the car wash with me – her day is complete
Johnny, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Johnny
XA JOHNNY BRAVO – “JOHNNY” Johnny is our Handsome blue eyed, big black tri boy coming from the prestigious program at Maubach Australian Shepherds (Bill and Cindy Maubach) in Missouri. I waited and I looked a long time for the perfect male for me to start my small program back up with and as importantly to be a cherished part of the family. Johnny was truly “meant to be” here. We call him the Ambassador because he is everything I believe a great Aussie should be – beautiful, smart, loving, playful, devoted, noble one minute and a clown the next! Johnny is the ultimate Toy Boy! He is always ready to chase a ball or catch a frisbee! He’s my traveling buddy just about everywhere I go, including work some days to make sure the office runs smoothly :) His favorite treats are Sunday morning scrambled eggs and a weekly pup cup (okay I admit sometimes multiple pup cups in a week) In just his first 3 litters, he has proven himself to be an exceptional young sire. His puppies are beautiful - big, square and uniform with confident and fun personalities that have lent themselves to becoming the center of their forever human’s families and can we talk about those blue eyes on everyone!
Iris, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Iris
Iris is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cheryl decided to make her part of their program. Cheryl 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
Good level
XA 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.
Full Embark Panel, 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).
