I'm the breeder behind Aus Cal (Aussies of SoCal) located in Riverside, CA. At Aus Cal, we take pride in the service we can give to you. All of our puppies are socialized, nurtured, and loved (raised with young children)! It’s important to us that we continue to improve our program and share our knowledge to their new families.
About Rhane
As a stay-at-home mom, I am aware of how crucial it is to raise puppies around people of various ages and situations in order to create the most welcoming environment at home. My five young children play a big part in helping these puppies grow into amazing companions. I have the greatest opportunity to spend entire day with our little furry babies, raising them alongside and as my own children.
What makes Rhane’s program special
We give these puppies the best love and care while ensuring their physical safety and well-being.
Rhane is a member of 2 clubs
Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA), American Kennel Club
Rhane 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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.
Puppy prices range from $2,000 - $3,500 and include a deposit of $1,000.
“Pricing is for Pet only with Limited AKC Registration Papers. Puppies that are sold with full breeding rights have a different pricing. The deposit is non-refundable except in the event the puppy should die while in the care of the breeder. The remaining balance will be paid in cash upon pickup of the puppy and must be picked up on the agreed date.”
Rhane 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 Rhane 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 Rhane directly.
Our puppies are well adjusted in a home environment, around other dogs, and are handled daily by my young children ages 2 to 11 years old. We start potty and crate training them at 4 weeks old. They are raised inside our home so they are familiar to household sounds and different surfaces. We also play loud sounds for them such as fireworks, sirens, thunder, etc. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Various sounds, Socialized with Other Dogs, Sound Stimulation, Early Scent Stimulation, Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) , Bathing, Grooming, and Nail Trimming, Outdoors, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Socialized with Children, Crate Training, and Potty Training.
Our puppies have current and age appropriate vaccinations, are dewormed, have healthy and healed tail docking and dew claw removal. More information on the contract.
We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Basic obedience & manners, Registration, Microchip, Food & treats, Toys, Puppy starter kit, Initial potty training, and AKC registration paper, puppy care information, and a new puppy welcome home goody bag. Our puppies will be microchipped and comes with lifetime enrollment and update for life information..
Rhane offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
“Pickup only in Riverside, CA.”
Why Rhane started breeding
Australian Shepherds are known for their great intellect, loyalty, compassion, and spirit. While this breed is amazing at companionship, they also excel in service, obedience, therapy, herding, outdoor recreation, conformation, and showing due to their incredible smarts. That is why owning an Aussie brought a wonderful experience for my family and I would like to share this to other families.
Rhane is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Rhane has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Rhane was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Rhane’s program includes three colors
Rhane’s Australian Shepherd puppies include red merle, black, and blue merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Aus Cal (Aussies of SoCal) meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherd
About Kiki
Kiki is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Rhane decided to make her part of their program. Rhane 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
DNA Disease Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, +3 more
Australian Shepherd
About Kobe
Kobe is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Rhane decided to make him part of their program. Rhane 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.
Excellent health testing
DNA Disease Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, +5 more
Australian Shepherd
Excellent level
Aus Cal (Aussies of SoCal) 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.
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 8 (NCL8), Setter Type, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 6 (NCL 6), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Border Collie Type, Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Craniomandibular Osteopathy (CMO), Cone Degeneration, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 8 (NCL8), Australian Shepherd Type, Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type, Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), DNA Coat/Trait Panel, DNA Disease Panel
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).
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.
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.