Purebred. Pure hearts.
AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD DAMS
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OUR LOVELY LADIES
LUNA
With her gentle demeanor, bandit markings, and her big blue eyes, Luna has completely captivated us. Luna’s elegance, delicate frame, and gorgeous blue merle coat are an unbeatable combination.
AKC/ASCA/ASDR registered and 100% purebred. The daughter of a service dog and sister to Hippo, Luna reminds us that new beginnings can be a wonderful adventure with the right friend by your side.
Drive: Medium-Low
OFA Hips: Good
OFA Elbows: Normal
OFA Eyes: Normal
AKC #DN72821404
Show Name: DISCOVERY HILL NEW BEGINNINGS
Full Panel Genetic Testing: All Normal/Clear
See my results at https://www.pawprintgenetics.com/pedigrees/dogs/details/27763/
FAINCHE
Fainche (pronounced “Finch”) comes to us from Blue's Family Aussies (BFA) down in South Carolina. Originally from Texas, Fainche is low-drive and our most people-friendly adult. “She’s a traitor for a treat,”they said when we met her, and we agree! This girl loves everyone - and will probably be the reason we give up free-feeding eventually. She's a tank. Highly food motivated.
Fainche is such a good girl even with her oversized wigglebutt - another Aussie “hugger,” we are so glad to have her in our program and in our family!
Drive: Couch Potato. Seriously. Will Bark for Belly Rubs.
OFA Hips: Excellent
OFA Elbows: Normal
OFA Eyes: Normal
AKC #DN67101603
Show Name: PATCHES SO PRETTY
Full Panel Genetic Testing: MDR1 positive/Clear on all other counts
See my results at Canine Health Check:
(digital link coming soon - physical paperwork in hand)
A note on MDR1: Fainche's testing shows she carries one allele of a gene causing a sensitivity to prescription drugs known as Multi-Drug Resistance ("MDR1").
We breed this out by selecting mates with clear panels of genetics; however some puppies may receive one copy of the MDR1 gene (also known as "ivermectin sensitivity"). While very common in shepherding breeds, this should nevertheless be discussed with your vet to prevent the administration of an improper medicine that the dog's body cannot breakdown. If a veterinarian prescribes an improper drug to an MDR1 carrier, it can lead to serious neurological side effects. Thus communication is paramount with your vet practitioner to ensure the best outcome for your dog.
Learn more about breeding best practices and current science for shepherding breeds, especially Collies and Australian Shepherds, where MDR1 is common. This gene is present in about half the Aussie population in the US and worldwide, requiring careful consideration to genetic pairings when planning a litter to ensure the best lives for the next generations.
AMBER
Amber was born and raised in Blacksburg, South Carolina, and she came to us in March 2024. Amber has quickly settled in, adopting us as her own and Hippo as her soulmate. We love her bright, happy eyes and her big fluffy coat.
Sometimes lovingly referred to as "a little much,"this girl makes space for herself ... I've half-suspected on more than one occasion that she is going to eat my face when she comes in for lovin's and lickin's. To date, face still intact; no limit found to lovin's and lickin's yet.
Drive: Medium
OFA Hips: Excellent
OFA Elbows: Normal
OFA Eyes: Normal
AKC #DN69740603
Show Name: JO'S 2 HOTT TO HANDLE @ BFA
Full Panel Genetic Testing: MDR1 positive/Clear on all other counts
See my results at Canine Health Check: (digital link coming soon - physical paperwork in hand)
A note on MDR1: Amber's testing shows she carries one allele of a gene causing a sensitivity to prescription drugs known as Multi-Drug Resistance ("MDR1").
We breed both out by selecting mates with clear panels of genetics; however some puppies may receive one copy of the MDR1 gene (also known as "ivermectin sensitivity"). While very common in shepherding breeds, this should nevertheless be discussed with your vet to prevent the administration of an improper medicine that the dog's body cannot breakdown. If a veterinarian prescribes an improper drug to an MDR1 carrier, it can lead to serious neurological side effects. Thus communication is paramount with your vet practitioner to ensure the best outcome for your dog.
Learn more about breeding best practices and current science for shepherding breeds, especially Collies and Australian Shepherds, where MDR1 is common. This gene is present in about half the Aussie population in the US and worldwide, requiring careful consideration to genetic pairings when planning a litter to ensure the best lives for the next generations.
Interested in taking home one of our beautiful dogs? Contact us for more details.