Rainbow Acres Old English Sheepdogs

Raised by Audrey H.

Certified Breeder of Old English Sheepdogs

  • Preferred Breeder
  • 100% response rate • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

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.

Getting a puppy from Audrey

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.

Price

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.”

Contract and health guarantee

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.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

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.

Puppy health practices

All puppies are vaccinated and have a clean bill of health from the vet before going home.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Registration, and Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent.

More about Audrey

  • Audrey is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

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

  • Audrey has been a member of Good Dog for 6 months

    Audrey was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Audrey’s links

Audrey is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Rainbow Acres Old English Sheepdogs 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 Audrey's parent dogs

All breeds

Old English Sheepdog

Parent health testing

Old English Sheepdog

Breeder-Reported Testing

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).