I'm the breeder behind Skillern Creek's Australian Shepherds located in Pikeville, TN. We're a dedicated, hard-working family raising quality, versatile Australian Shepherds while implementing the breed standards. Our main goal is to provide healthy, intelligent, and loyal companions to fit any lifestyle. We do genetic testing through Paw Print genetics. We would be thrilled to introduce you to your next beloved companion!
About Chasity
Hello! I have two beautiful girls and a hard-working husband. We enjoy working on our farm, relaxing on horse rides, and camping. I previously went to school to be a Veterinary Technician. I currently work in telecommunication and manage Skillern Creek's Australian Shepherds. Providing healthy, intelligent, family-oriented Australian Shepherds is a passion of mine. I look forward to connecting with you!
What makes Chasity’s program special
With companionship and loyalty being at the top of our priorities, we implement lots of social interaction techniques into our program. We equip our puppies with the development of relationships and understanding before leaving for their new forever homes. Our beautiful pups are sure to make loving companions for your family for many years to come!
Newborn Australian Shepherds from Ash and Libby
Born Nov. 2024. Ready Jan. 8
Expected Australian Shepherds from Ash and Journey
Due Apr. 2025. Ready May 31
Newborn Australian Shepherds from Ash and Libby
Born Nov. 2024
Ready Jan. 8
Expected Australian Shepherds from Ash and Journey
Due Apr. 2025
Ready May 31
Chasity B.
Did someone say snow day? Idk about yall but these babies LOVE the snow! In TN, we gotta take full advantage of this fluffy white stuff because we don’t get it much and it don’t stay around long! ❄️☃️🌨️
Ash and Libby's litter
Chasity B.
Today was a good day for a good day. Merry Christmas everyone ☀️
Ash and Libby's litter
Chasity B.
Saylor getting puppy snuggles in! Our babies are handled daily by little hands. We look forward to meeting their new families!
Ash and Libby's litter
Chasity 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 $2,150 and include a non-refundable deposit of $100.
“We do not change prices based on coat color or eye color. We have all of our puppies health checked before leaving our program.”
Chasity 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 Chasity 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 Chasity directly.
Our puppies are raised in an indoor/outdoor kennel where they become familiar with both scenarios. They are handled daily by myself and our two little girls. Also, we implement Puppy Culture and litter training. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Scent introduction, Various sounds, Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Noises, Car Rides, Exposure to Livestock, Basic Manners, Puppy Culture, Human Interactions, Doggy Door Training, Grooming, Early Socialization, Strangers, Outdoors, e.g. rain, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Sound Stimulation, Grooming Desensitization, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, Basic Obedience Commands, Litter Box Trained, Sit Command, Clicker Training, Leash Walking, and Potty Training.
All puppies are monitored daily and taken to a veterinarian for health checks and vaccinations.
We send our puppies home with Puppy starter kit, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Registration, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Vaccinations, Puppy Leash, Puppy Collar, Food Starter Bag, and AKC Registration.
Chasity 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.
Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
Why Chasity started breeding
It started back in the 1990s with my husband's grandfather. On a cattle farm located in Pikeville, TN, he produced hard-working lines that were great companions as well. Fast forward twenty years, and we still implement those same ideas. All of our adults are health tested. We still strive to produce lifelong companions to fit any lifestyle!
Chasity is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Chasity has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Chasity was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Chasity’s program includes four colors
Chasity’s Australian Shepherd puppies include red merle, red, blue merle, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Skillern Creek's Australian Shepherds meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherd
About Journey
This gal turns heads everywhere she goes. Her will to protect is strong! She has a contagious personality and is loved by everyone she comes in contact with!
Good health testing
Animal Genetics Panel
Australian Shepherd
About Libby
Libby is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Chasity decided to make her part of their program. Chasity 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.
Good health testing
Animal Genetics Panel
Australian Shepherd
About Ash
Ash is a ham that knows he's handsome. He has the sweetest personality and anyone that meets him loves him!
Good health testing
Cone Degeneration, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +7 more
Australian Shepherd
Good level
Skillern Creek's Australian Shepherds 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.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS CUBN Exon 8), Border Collie Type, Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), 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).
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.