I'm the breeder behind Aussie Hill Farm located in Kansas City, MO. We offer family-raised AKC registered Australian Shepherds. Our goal is to provide provide healthy and loving pets that excel in their forever homes. We ensure all puppies are properly socialised and have the best daily care. We hope to provide each puppy and their family a wonderful experience!
About Tricia
Hello, I am Tricia O'Connell, a lifelong Australian Shepherd enthusiast. As a responsible breeder, my priority is to produce healthy, intelligent dogs that meet the breed standard. Our beloved dogs accompany us on various adventures, and we take great care based on genetic health, temperament, and intelligence to ensure the long-term health and vitality of the breed.
What makes Tricia’s program special
Our Australian Shepherd puppies are raised in our family home on a small farm, surrounded by love and socialized with other animals and visitors. By raising our dogs in a loving home environment, we believe they are better prepared to become companions for their new families.
Newborn Australian Shepherds from Rio and Cleo
Born Apr. 2023. Ready May 28, 2023
Newborn Australian Shepherds from Rio and Cleo
Born Apr. 2023
Ready May 28, 2023
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Tricia 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 $1,000 - $1,500 and include a refundable deposit of $100.
“AKC Registration Health Guarantee Microchip Vaccinations. $100 Deposit Refundable for 2 weeks after deposit.”
Tricia 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 Tricia 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 Tricia directly.
We have children. The puppies are well socialized with many visits and interactions from family, friends and neighbors. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Household Desensitization, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Elderly, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, and Puppy Manners.
All pups will be vaccinated, wormed and examined by the vet for all checkups prior to going to their new home. We also microchip the pups.
We send our puppies home with Welcome Home bag, Sound and texture enrichment, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Puppy Collar, AKC Registration, and Microchipped .
Tricia 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.
“We don’t ship, but can meet a shipper or meet at the airport. We can always meet at our farm. Contact us and we will help with arrangements.”
Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
Why Tricia started breeding
I breed Australian Shepherds out of my love for the breed and a desire to preserve their unique qualities by adhering to breed standards. We aim to produce puppies that excel in any situation. By prioritizing health and temperament, we strive to produce exceptional dogs that bring joy and companionship to families for years to come.
Tricia is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
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Tricia has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Tricia was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Tricia’s program includes two colors
Tricia’s Australian Shepherd puppies include black tri-color and blue merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
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Aussie Hill Farm meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherd
About Rio
Beautiful, healthy male Good size and conformation Soft coat Loving and Smart AKC registered
Australian Shepherd
About Cleo
Red Merle Australian Shepherd Female Beautiful temperment Soft gorgeous coat Healthy AKC Registered
Australian Shepherd
Good level
Aussie Hill Farm 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.
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).
Very high energy
Energy level
Not allergy-friendly
Allergy
Moderate shedding
Shedding