RecklessLove Kennels

Raised by David L.

Certified Breeder of Australian Shepherds

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

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind RecklessLove Kennels located in North Carolina. Each of our dogs has brought so much happiness to us throughout their lives. We want to do our part to produce wonderful, healthy dogs that can bring other people joy as well, and we strive to provide each of our puppies with loving homes where they can live happy lives.

David’s experience

  • About David

    We love animals on our farm! We have doodles, sheep, goats, chickens, piggies, we love and appreciate everything we do on our land. We are teaching our kids about farmlife and raising and caring for animals.

  • What makes David’s program special

    We take the best aspects that we agree with from all breeding programs. We are responsible and loving breeders that have a few litters each year to provide to loving homes. We raise our puppies in a loving home environment, where they are well adjusted to homelife so they are ready for you when you bring them into your family. We are excited for you in your search for a loving companion!

Getting a puppy from David

David 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 and include a non-refundable deposit of $400.

“The price includes health guarantee, first vet heath check and health records, and microchip. You will also receive a 1 gallon bag of food, a toy, and blanket. Deposit to hold a puppy are $400 and are non refundable. The deposit will be subtracted from the price. Thank you.”

Contract and health guarantee

David 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 David 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 David directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are taken into our home and living space and are well adjusted to family-life. They are accustomed to children and we work them on a routine to get them ready to thrive in your home. We take many aspects of different recommended training programs and raise our puppies in a safe and clean environment. Contact us for more information about our policies. I utilize the following enrichment methods: We raise our puppies around children and other farm animals. We socialize them with people from a distance in order to get ready for their forever homes. and We litter box train our puppies by 6 weeks and begin crate training to develop positive experiences that make potty training easier for you.

Puppy health practices

All puppies receive vaccines and are heath checked by a veterinarian before coming home with you. We include the full health records and microchip your puppy.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Toys, Puppy starter kit, Initial potty training, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Microchipped , Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Puppy Collar, Welcome Home bag, Vaccinations, and Toy with Littermates' Scent.

Bringing your puppy home

David offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in North Carolina or nearby

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.

“Please contact us to find out how to get a puppy from us to you! We will consider all types of transportation options to get your puppy into your arms safely. ”

More about David

  • Why David started breeding

    We first got into breeding Egyptian Arabian horses in New Mexico and our love for animals grew from there. We now specialize in well-tempered, loving doodles and aussies as well as breeding our livestock animals on our working farm.

  • David is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

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

  • David has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years

    David was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • David’s program includes four colors

    David’s Australian Shepherd puppies include red tri-color, black tri-color, blue merle, and red merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • David’s links

David is a trusted Good Dog breeder

RecklessLove Kennels 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 David's parent dogs

All breeds

Australian Shepherd

Goldendoodle

Poodle

Parent health testing

Australian Shepherd

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

RecklessLove Kennels 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.

  • PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Wisdom Panel

    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).