Wild Atlantic Aussies

Raised by Julie and Jim S.

Certified Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • Preferred Breeder
  • 33% response rate • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Wild Atlantic Aussies located in Sudbury, MA. Our puppies are trained on- and off- leash, sleep through the night, are crate trained, and mostly potty trained. They have had tons of socialization with people, including lots of children, and also with dogs of all sizes and ages. Any home will be enriched and lucky to have them.

Julie and Jim’s experience

  • About Julie and Jim

    Our family lives in MA, and we have a vacation home in ME. Galway is our first Aussie and she has brought our family so much joy. We also have a 4yo rescue dog, named Tank. We are an active family, and Galway and Tank get to go on lots of hikes, swim in lakes, attend baseball games, go on car rides, go paddleboarding, etc. They're always up for adventure!

  • What makes Julie and Jim’s program special

    We have four children, and a busy household. Our puppies will receive a lot of attention, and will be desensitized to a lot. There will be no shortage of helping hands to care for and train the puppies in their early weeks. In addition, a lot of time and effort was put into making sure Galway was right for breeding, and finding the perfect mate for her.

Newborn & upcoming litters

Expected Australian Shepherds from Dobby and Galway

Due Mar. 2025. Ready May 26

Expected Australian Shepherds from Dobby and Galway

Due Mar. 2025

Ready May 26

Getting a puppy from Julie and Jim

Julie and Jim 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 $3,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.

“Price includes AKC registration, first round of vaccines, and deworming.”

Contract and health guarantee

Julie and Jim 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 Julie and Jim 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 Julie and Jim directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies are well adjusted to a home environment and socialized with children and other dogs. I utilize the following enrichment methods: isolation conditioning, Early stages of crate training, Leash Training, Outdoors, e.g. rain, car riding , Noise desensitized , Fireworks , Noises , Strangers, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Early Neurological Stimulation, Touch Desensitization, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Socialized with Elderly, Household Desensitization, Grooming Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, Sit Command, Crate Training, Leash Walking, and Potty Training.

Puppy health practices

All puppies are vaccinated and receive a health checkup before going to their homes.

Extras

Your puppy may come with extra benefits, like a small bag of food or a toy carrying the scent of their littermates. While Wild Atlantic Aussies hasn’t shared specifics yet, we encourage you to reach out directly to learn what thoughtful extras they may include to help your puppy transition comfortably into their new home.

Bringing your puppy home

Julie and Jim offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Sudbury, MA 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.

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted flight nanny to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Julie and Jim

  • Why Julie and Jim started breeding

    Jim grew up with collies, and his family bred their dog. He loved the experience, and wanted to share it with our children. We had our first litter last summer, and when the pups went to their forever homes in the fall, they were very well socialized and trained.

  • Julie and Jim is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

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

  • Julie and Jim has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Julie and Jim was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Julie and Jim’s program includes four colors

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

  • Julie and Jim’s links

Julie and Jim is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Wild Atlantic Aussies 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 Julie and Jim's parent dogs

All breeds

Australian Shepherd

Parent health testing

Australian Shepherd

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Wild Atlantic Aussies 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.

  • 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.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • DNA Disease Panel, 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).

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