I'm the breeder behind Highland Haven Australian Shepherds located in Putnam County, NY. Welcome to our Australian Shepherd breeding program, where our dogs are cherished members of our family. Nestled in the heart of our home, our Australian Shepherds live alongside us, sharing in our daily joys and adventures. Here, they're not just breeding stock; they're beloved pets who receive all the love, care, and attention they deserve. In our commitment to breeding healthy and happy Australian Shepherds, we prioritize genetic testing for known diseases in each of our breeding dogs. By ensuring that our dog's parents are in optimal health, we aim to promote the well-being of future generations of Australian Shepherds. But health isn't the only aspect we consider. We believe in breeding for more than just physical attributes. Temperament plays a crucial role in our selection process. We carefully choose breeding dogs with smooth temperaments and exceptional off switches—traits that are quintessential to the Australian Shepherd breed. Our goal is to produce puppies that not only exhibit the breed's intelligence and agility but also possess the gentle and loving demeanor that makes them exceptional companions. We are also dedicated to finding the perfect homes for our puppies. We understand the unique demands of the Australian Shepherd breed and prioritize placing our dogs in loving families who comprehend and embrace these needs. Whether it's providing ample mental and physical stimulation or understanding their herding instincts, we ensure that our puppies are placed in environments where they can thrive and flourish. If you're passionate about the Australian Shepherd breed and are interested in welcoming one of our puppies into your home, we invite you to reach out to us. Stay tuned for updates on upcoming litters and take the first step towards adding a loyal and loving companion to your family.
About Sara
We are very proud to be breeding these incredible dogs. It is important to us that we are breeding versatile, well-rounded, socialized, and healthy pups for our buyers to welcome into their homes and hearts. Our dogs are a huge part of our lives, and we enjoy spending time with them; whether that be through completing our various day-to-day activities together or just cuddling up at night.
What makes Sara’s program special
At Highland Haven, we produce excellent companions. Our priority with each breeding is producing healthy puppies with amazing temperaments, and we also focus on conformation and structure. We are very dedicated to what we do and what we are trying to achieve as breeders. We work with passion, heart, and integrity, and we truly want what's best for the Australian Shepherd line.
Clyde
Male • Went Home May 17, 2024
Australian Shepherd
Bonnie
Female • Went Home May 17, 2024
Australian Shepherd
Pattie
Female • Went Home Aug. 30, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Joan
Female • Went Home Aug. 30, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Blondie
Female • Went Home Aug. 30, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Cher
Female • Went Home Aug. 30, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Madonna
Female • Went Home Aug. 30, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Whitney
Female • Went Home Aug. 30, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Tina
Female • Went Home Aug. 30, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Pebble @ 4wks
Female • Went Home Apr. 5, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Stream @ 4wks
Male • Went Home Apr. 5, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Peak @ 4wks
Male • Went Home Apr. 5, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Forest @ 4wks
Male • Went Home Apr. 5, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Branch @ 4wks
Male • Went Home Apr. 5, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Frost @ 4wks
Female • Went Home Apr. 5, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Aspen @ 4wks
Female • Went Home Apr. 5, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Eclipse @ 4wks
Female • Went Home Apr. 5, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Newborn Australian Shepherds from Night King and Journey
Born Mar. 2024. Ready May 17, 2024
Newborn Australian Shepherds from Night King and Journey
Born Mar. 2024
Ready May 17, 2024
Sara 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 $3,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.
“Puppies come with a health guarantee and have received initial vaccinations, deworming, and a vet check. All our puppies are the same price regardless of sex or color. Purchase price requires spaying/neutering at the appropriate age.”
Sara 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 Sara 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 Sara directly.
We do everything we can to socialize our puppies. We want them to be easily trainable and have a smooth transition to their new home. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Basic Manners, Crate Training, House Training, Surface and Tactile Stimulation, Noise Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Socialized with People of Various Appearances, and Socialized with Adult Dogs.
We follow all appropriate puppy health protocols to ensure happy, healthy puppies.
Your puppy may come with extra benefits, like a small bag of food or a toy carrying the scent of their littermates. While Highland Haven Australian Shepherds hasn’t shared specifics yet, we encourage you to reach out directly to learn what thoughtful extras they may include to help your puppy transition comfortably into their new home.
Sara 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.
Why Sara started breeding
We love Aussies! Our dogs have brought us so much joy and happiness that we wanted to give back to them by producing the highest quality dogs and providing them a wonderful life with wonderful families. We have loved the process and enjoy placing puppies with loving, forever families.
Sara has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Sara was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Sara’s program includes four colors
Sara’s Australian Shepherd puppies include red merle, red, black, and blue merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Highland Haven Australian Shepherds meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
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Australian Shepherd
About Journey
Journey is a black bi with a short coal-black coat and two crystal blue eyes. She is reserved with strangers, very intelligent, calm and serene and insanely fast. She is red factored and is very maternal. Journey has a completely clear genetic panel. She is dual registered AKC/ASCA. She has produced one fabulous litter with Ty in 2023 and due for her second litter in March 2024. Please check our web$ite for Journey's genetic screening.
Good health testing
Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), +7 more
Australian Shepherd
About Evie
Evie is our up and coming new female. She is out of Journey by Tiberius. She lives in a guardian home locally and will be ready to breed in 2025.
Uploaded health tests
Australian Shepherd
About Tiberius
Ty is our senior boy. He is loving, kind and big boned. He has produced many amazing litters with us and is now neutered and enjoy the retired life.
Uploaded health tests
Australian Shepherd
About Twiggy
Twiggy was born here at Highland Haven Aussies. She is high-drive, affectionate and very athletic. Twiggy has a completely clear genetic panel except one copy of the MDR1 gene. She carries the NBT gene (bobtail) She is dual registered AKC/ASCA.
Uploaded health tests
Australian Shepherd
About Deacon
Deacon was born here at Highland Haven Aussies. He is out of Remedy and Tiberius. He is well built, athletic and extremely affectionate. He has a completely clear genetic panel except for one copy of MDR1. He is dual registered AKC/ASCA.
Uploaded health tests
Australian Shepherd
Good level
Highland Haven 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.
Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), 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).
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.
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.
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.