Glacier Aussies

Raised by Kurtis S.

Certified Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • 2 club memberships • Preferred Breeder
  • 93% response rate • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Glacier Aussies located in Kila, MT. We are Aussie dog enthusiasts, and we’re excited to share our passion with others. We health test all our dogs. We only breed once a year to ensure the strongest puppies. We are dedicated to always providing our puppies with the best home and positive experience we can.

Kurtis’s experience

  • About Kurtis

    I have had all differnet breeds of dogs growing up and fell in love with the Aussie personality and intellegence. We live on 5 acres raise goats for meat and milk. We raise chickens for meat and eggs. My kids are homeschooled and help out with daily chores.

  • What makes Kurtis’s program special

    We take the time to interact with the pups at an early age till the day they leave. We raise them in a home envirment with lots of love like family memebers. We apply puppy culture pratices.

  • Kurtis is a member of 2 clubs

    American Kennel Club, Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA)

Litter and program updates

Getting a puppy from Kurtis

Kurtis 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.

Price

Puppy prices range from $1,000 - $2,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $300.

“Puppy comes with first round of shots and health cert. We have a 1 year health guarantee. Your deposit will be applied to the final price when puppy is picked up.”

Contract and health guarantee

Kurtis 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 Kurtis 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 Kurtis directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

We play with our puppy's everyday and introduce them to new things daily. We have chickens and goats on our farm aswell as other dogs for them to socialize with. We also take them on car rides and bath them. We have 3 young children that play with them daily. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Outdoors, e.g. rain, Noises , Structures, e.g. Climbing, Toys, e.g. Ball, Touch Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, Bathing, Noise desensitization, start of housebreaking, Behavioral shaping , Car Training , and Crate Training.

Puppy health practices

All our puppies are wormed on a schedule per the vet. Have tails docked and dew claws removed. They will see a vet and have first shots before they leave to thier forever homes.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Food & treats, Vet records, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Registration, Dew claws removed, Vaccinations, Puppy Collar, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, and Blanket with Mom's Scent.

Bringing your puppy home

Kurtis offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Kila, MT or nearby

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 only offer pick up in Kalispell MT or at our home at this time.”

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Kurtis

  • Why Kurtis started breeding

    I got into breeding to preserve the nature of the aussie. We wanted to share our love and devotion to the breed standard. Being able to share my love of aussies with others has been so great.

  • Kurtis is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

    Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.

  • Kurtis has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years

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

  • Kurtis’s program includes four colors

    Kurtis’s Australian Shepherd puppies include red tri-color, red merle, blue merle, and black tri-color. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Kurtis’s links

Kurtis is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Glacier 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

Meet Kurtis's parent dogs

All breeds

Australian Shepherd

Parent health testing

Australian Shepherd

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Glacier 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.

  • PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)

    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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Kurtis to bring home their puppies.

  • Maria B.

    Dec. 2024

    My husband and I had a wonderful experience with Kurtis. He is knowledgeable about the breed and our sweet puppy was well socialized. Curtis was very responsive with his communication prior to us...

    Nathan B.

    Nov. 2024

    Though the purchase was made over a year ago. The experience was pleasant. And knowledgeable on Australian Shepherds. The puppy we got from him was well taken care of and very friendly. She...

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