I'm the breeder behind Rainbow Acres Old English Sheepdogs located in Carthage, IL. We are strong advocates of proper breeding practices and run our program accordingly. We breed top-quality Old English Sheepdogs. As breeders, we are very selective in our breeding decisions. We prioritize maintaining a manageable breeding program to allow individual socialization of each puppy.
Audrey 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 $1,500 - $1,800 and include a deposit of $500.
“Pups have tails docked, dewclaws removed, will be dewormed, and will have their first set of shots before going to their new homes. Refundable in certain circumstances.”
Audrey 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 Audrey 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 Audrey directly.
Pups are handled daily and are very well socialized with children, adults, cats, and other dogs. Also chickens and other livestock. We introduce the pups to a lot of "new" environments - from playing in the park to walking on gravel or concrete, going for car rides, etc. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Scent introduction, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other animals, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized with children, Socialized in new places, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, and Various sounds.
All puppies are vaccinated and have a clean bill of health from the vet before going home.
We send our puppies home with Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Registration, and Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent.
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Audrey was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
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Rainbow Acres Old English Sheepdogs meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
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Old English Sheepdog
About Vega
Vega encompasses everything that we love about sheepdogs. She is smart, gentle, patient, kind, loving, affectionate, and extremely people oriented. She has a very high emotional intelligence and if I didn't know better I would think she could read my mind because she always knows exactly what I want/need her to do regardless if I say it or not. I truly have never had a better dog. She also has multiple OFA certifications and clear genetic testing. She is an excellent representation of her breed, both mentally and physically. Her puppies always seem to inherit her good traits, and I have had multiple pups go on to be therapy dogs and emotional support dogs.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more
Old English Sheepdog
About Merak
Merak is the daughter of our beloved Vega. Merak is an amazing mama to her pups. She is a lot like her mother - sweet, affectionate, and so loving. She loves being with her family and if it was up to her, she would never leave our side. Merak has multiple OFA certifications and has clear genetic testing.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI), +1 more
Old English Sheepdog
About Romeo
Romeo is a sweet boy. He loves showing off his toys. He's very affectionate and loving. Romeo has one blue and one brown eye. He has multiple OFA certifications and clear genetic testing. He has been an excellent stud dog and a wonderful part of our family.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA), +3 more
Old English Sheepdog
Great level
Rainbow Acres Old English Sheepdogs 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 Old English Sheepdogs.
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.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Disease Panel, Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC)
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.