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I have been lucky to be mentored and guided in the breed by some great breeders in Australia. They inspire me to breed Australian Shepherds that will also be an asset to not only the breed but also a joy to their eventual families.
Health testing my dogs undertake before being bred:
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Here at BlaznHot our puppies are whelped in the home and I sleep beside the whelping box until they're about 2 weeks old and all doing well. They get handled extensively from day dot, weighed multiple times daily to make sure they're all growing and developing well. At around 3 weeks old, after their eyes and ears are opened, they're moved into the lounge room so that they can start learning about daily household life such as loud noises, TVs, doors opening, people coming and going, all the household appliances, etc. They also begin toilet training using a puppy tray in their puppy area to build good habits from an early age. I'm always learning about the best ways to socialise puppies, getting guidance from Puppy Culture and other experienced, educated breeders. My puppies are weaned onto mince with goat milk, then eventually they are given Advance Puppy soaked in goat milk. They are also offered other foods while they're little including eggs, frozen chicken necks, sardines and meaty bones.
While raising my puppies, I'm aiming to help them grow into well-adjusted, resilient Aussie Shepherds that are a joy to live with for their new families. When I entrust a puppy to their new family, I am trusting that those families will continue to raise the puppy with care and consistency so that it will be supported through all the normal phases of development into adulthood. As a breeder I am always available for advice regarding the puppies I've bred because I want them all to be the best dog they can be.
While raising my puppies, I'm aiming to help them grow into well-adjusted, resilient Aussie Shepherds that are a joy to live with for their new families. When I entrust a puppy to their new family, I am trusting that those families will continue to raise the puppy with care and consistency so that it will be supported through all the normal phases of development into adulthood. As a breeder I am always available for advice regarding the puppies I've bred because I want them all to be the best dog they can be.
All puppies will leave us for their new home between 8-10 weeks with:
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All parents of my litters are fully health tested with hip & elbow scores, DNA test results and eye test results available on request.
FAQ
Can you put me on your waiting list?
Due to the unpredictable nature of breeding dogs and potential homes, I don't hold a waiting list. Follow my social media accounts so that you will be informed once there are plans in motion. I will open applications via email when a litter is confirmed.
Can I have a colour preference?
Yes, but you may not get a puppy right away if you are absolutely set on a colour. I understand that Australian Shepherds come in some stunning, unique colours and patterns, but I will no longer be accepting applications that request a particular colour/tail length.
What is the application process leading to bringing our puppy home?
After the litter is approx. 2 weeks old, I begin contacting people who have applied. If you applied and then found a puppy elsewhere, that's fine but please let me know so that someone else doesn't miss out on being contacted.
At around 4 weeks, I usually will arrange a meet & greet so that I can get to know applicants and decide whether they will be a suitable home for one of my puppies. These visits are brief and follow strict hygiene protocols (these protocols are to prevent parvo being brought onto the property and into contact with the puppies, who are not yet immune) including taking shoes off before coming inside and using hand sanitiser before handling any puppies. After the meet & greet I will request a deposit which secures you a puppy.
Final decisions will not be made until 8 weeks in most cases, but sometimes I will be able to allocate puppies earlier.
What age can I bring my puppy home?
This can depend on the litter to some degree, but usually Aussie Shepherd puppies are ready for their new homes at 8 weeks to go on their new adventures and enjoy their new families.
Does the puppy come with all their vaccinations?
Puppies are usually vaccinated at 6, 10, 14 and sometimes 16 weeks, so if your puppy is going home at 8 weeks they will still need a further two vaccinations before they are considered fully vaccinated.
What is the difference between Main and Limited Registration?
From the Dogs Australia website:
"Dogs Australia issues two types of registration papers, and each puppy bought from a Dogs Australia breeder will come with its own pedigree, either Main or Limited Registration. If a breeder has issued Main Register (blue) papers for your dog, it can be exhibited at a Conformation Show, used for breeding purposes or exported overseas. If the breeder has issued Limited Register papers (orange) it cannot be exhibited at a Conformation Show, used for breeding purposes or exported overseas. Dogs Australia Certified pedigrees are recognised pedigrees with the State Government and local councils. All other registries, such as the MDBA, ABR, Australian Canine Registry, ICBS, etc are NOT affiliated with Dogs Australia and cannot issue Dogs Australia Certified Pedigrees."
Due to the unpredictable nature of breeding dogs and potential homes, I don't hold a waiting list. Follow my social media accounts so that you will be informed once there are plans in motion. I will open applications via email when a litter is confirmed.
Can I have a colour preference?
Yes, but you may not get a puppy right away if you are absolutely set on a colour. I understand that Australian Shepherds come in some stunning, unique colours and patterns, but I will no longer be accepting applications that request a particular colour/tail length.
What is the application process leading to bringing our puppy home?
After the litter is approx. 2 weeks old, I begin contacting people who have applied. If you applied and then found a puppy elsewhere, that's fine but please let me know so that someone else doesn't miss out on being contacted.
At around 4 weeks, I usually will arrange a meet & greet so that I can get to know applicants and decide whether they will be a suitable home for one of my puppies. These visits are brief and follow strict hygiene protocols (these protocols are to prevent parvo being brought onto the property and into contact with the puppies, who are not yet immune) including taking shoes off before coming inside and using hand sanitiser before handling any puppies. After the meet & greet I will request a deposit which secures you a puppy.
Final decisions will not be made until 8 weeks in most cases, but sometimes I will be able to allocate puppies earlier.
What age can I bring my puppy home?
This can depend on the litter to some degree, but usually Aussie Shepherd puppies are ready for their new homes at 8 weeks to go on their new adventures and enjoy their new families.
Does the puppy come with all their vaccinations?
Puppies are usually vaccinated at 6, 10, 14 and sometimes 16 weeks, so if your puppy is going home at 8 weeks they will still need a further two vaccinations before they are considered fully vaccinated.
What is the difference between Main and Limited Registration?
From the Dogs Australia website:
"Dogs Australia issues two types of registration papers, and each puppy bought from a Dogs Australia breeder will come with its own pedigree, either Main or Limited Registration. If a breeder has issued Main Register (blue) papers for your dog, it can be exhibited at a Conformation Show, used for breeding purposes or exported overseas. If the breeder has issued Limited Register papers (orange) it cannot be exhibited at a Conformation Show, used for breeding purposes or exported overseas. Dogs Australia Certified pedigrees are recognised pedigrees with the State Government and local councils. All other registries, such as the MDBA, ABR, Australian Canine Registry, ICBS, etc are NOT affiliated with Dogs Australia and cannot issue Dogs Australia Certified Pedigrees."
Tips for Contacting Breeders
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When contacting breeders, do not just send an email with "Got any puppies? How much?" . Most breeders prefer to have more of a conversation where you've offered some information about yourself and the home you are planning to provide an Australian Shepherd. Some good things to answer are:
Some breeders may also request that you fill out a questionnaire when you contact them but it depends on their preference. |
