I'm the breeder behind Horten K-9 Wiggles located in Muscatine, IA. We strive to breed good tempered family standard Australian Shepherds with great health and of good qualities. The goal we set and which I believe is still the most important, is to produce healthy puppies that make a well-rounded character in an adult dog. We are breeders who do everything we can to better the breed and ensure our dogs and puppies are able to get the very most out of life.
About Anastacia
I'm a friend, wife, mother, and grandmother. I drive semi-trucks, garden, canning, and plain simply enjoying life. I got my first Aussie shortly after I started driving a truck. I fell in love with her playfulness, energy, intelligence, loyalty, and drive to learn. I've had other breeds but I always came back to the Aussies.
What makes Anastacia’s program special
I believe my program is beyond special. My family is involved from start to finish. Our dogs are raised in our family home with lots of love and play. We take extra care in their health and well being.
Anastacia is a member of 3 clubs
American Stock Dog Registry (ASDR), American Kennel Club (AKC), Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA)
Newborn Australian Shepherds from Dodge and Chevy
Born Mar. 2024. Ready June 1, 2024
Newborn Australian Shepherds from Dodge and Tes
Born Apr. 2024. Ready June 10, 2024
Newborn Australian Shepherds from Dodge and Chevy
Born Mar. 2024
Ready June 1, 2024
Newborn Australian Shepherds from Dodge and Tes
Born Apr. 2024
Ready June 10, 2024
Anastacia 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 $1,200 - $2,800 and include a non-refundable deposit of $200.
“Prices include puppy, vaccination/deworm record book, contract, puppy gift bag, puppy food, pup size blanket with mom and littermates scent, and a puppy book. We also offer payment plans. Deposit is nonrefundable however Deposit can go toward future litter. Good for 2 year. Deposit goes toward purchase price.”
Anastacia 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 Anastacia 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 Anastacia directly.
We start on day two. Husband, our children (adult & littles) and I start with petting pups in mom presents. At four weeks of age, we introduce strangers with strict rules (washing hands and foot covers). We also introduce pups to a larger room including more stimulating play toys and a potty box. At seven weeks (three days after the first vaccination) we introduce pups to outdoor play and unlimited people. We encourage our friends and neighbors to visit. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized with children, Socialized in new places, Scent introduction, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Socialized with Children, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, Grooming Desensitization, Socialized with Other Animals, Sound Stimulation, Toys, e.g. Ball, Chew, e.g. Bone, Scents, Car Rides, Outdoors (when Weather permits), and Temperament imprinting Evaluation .
All pups have their first checks by day three. At this time their tails are docked and dewclaws removed. Pups start deworm meds age 4 weeks and first immunization at 7 weeks.
We send our puppies home with Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Puppy book (babybook), Early Neurological Stimulation, Sound and texture enrichment, Dew claws removed, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Vaccinations, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Puppy Starter Kit, Food Starter Bag, Certificate of Health, and Bone.
Anastacia 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 no longer offer transportation but we'd gladly meet at our local airport and always happy to meet locally.”
Why Anastacia started breeding
I didn't put much thought into breeding till a neighbor was asking me about the breed and if I'd consider having a litter. I did some research on the breed, asked a lot of questions and after a few years, I decided to go for it.
Anastacia is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Anastacia has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Anastacia was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Anastacia’s program includes four colors
Anastacia’s Australian Shepherd puppies include red, black, blue merle, and red merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Anastacia’s links
Horten K-9 Wiggles meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Australian Shepherd
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
About Rye
Rye is a female Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Anastacia decided to make her part of their program. Anastacia 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.
Australian Shepherd
About Dodge
Dodge is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Anastacia decided to make him part of their program. Anastacia 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.
Australian Shepherd
About Chevy
Chevy is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Anastacia decided to make her part of their program. Anastacia 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.
Australian Shepherd
About Tes
Tes is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Anastacia decided to make her part of their program. Anastacia 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.
Australian Shepherd
Good level
Horten K-9 Wiggles 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), Australian Shepherd Type, Cone Degeneration, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 6 (NCL 6), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Early Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (EOPRA), 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).