I'm the breeder behind Once Upon a Time Aussies located in Levelland, TX. Our dogs have bred to better the breed. We breed for great conformation, solid body, heads, and great ear set. Our dogs and pups are raised in our home with exposure to many things like horses, cats, birds, kids, fireworks, and more. We love every puppy daily. We're committed to raising high-quality pups.
About Lona
I am a huge animal lover! I am a registered nurse in CICU, a mother, a grandmother, and a great grandmother. I live on 11 acres in a rural town with horses, cats, and parrots. Our breeding program is a family business. We also accept Zelle, cashapp, venmo, google pay, inaddition to gooddog as payment options.
What makes Lona’s program special
The amount of love that goes into our program makes us special. We purchase quality breeding stock. All unsold pups and retired dogs have a home with us here forever.
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Lona 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 - $1,800.
“Our pups start out at 1300-1500 for limited registration 1500 -1800 for full registration with breeding rights 1000 For mismarked pups. None when price is less than 500.”
Lona 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 Lona 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 Lona directly.
We follow Puppy Culture for desensitization and socialization. We play antianxiety music for them at bedtime and after training sessions. We start them on potty box training and do everything we can to make sure they are ready to thrive.we are also using Avid dog now. 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, Various Surfaces, Fireworks, Puppy Culture, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Car Rides, Outdoors, e.g. rain, Strangers, Scents, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Early Neurological Stimulation, Grooming Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Children, Sit Command, Clicker Training, "No" Biting or Chewing, and Leash Walking.
Puppies get tails docked, dewclaw removal, and an initial health check. Health certificates are also required for flight cargo.
We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Registration, Microchip, Basic obedience & manners, Vet records, Food & treats, Toys, Puppy starter kit, Initial potty training, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Puppy culture procol training , Puppy Leash, Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Volhard Personality Test, Vaccinations, Puppy Collar, Microchip, Food Starter Bag, and Bone.
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