Puppy Application

Companion/Pet Puppy Application

We hope that you consider this application the first mini-interview in our placement process. We want to ensure the happiness and best fit for our puppies, and their new families, for the entirety of their lives. Before confirmation of placement is made, a phone/video or in-person interview will be requested.

First name

Last name

Phone

Multi-line address

Country/Region

Address

City

Zip / Postal code

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All of my puppies are sold on LATE Spay/Neuter contracts(+24months of age). I have researched peer reviewed articles, reviewed studies and discussed the benefits and concerns with Veterinarians as well as many senior reputable breeders. Please consider the time that I have invested into making this decision, it is not negotiable for all of my puppies.

There are breeders out there with alternate beliefs. You can find a breeder who aligns with your needs.

I agree to adhere to the terms of the late spay and neuter contract(+24m) should I be selected for a puppy in the future.

Will you be Crate Training your puppy?

Yes

About You!

Tell me about yourself, your lifestyle, how an Australian Shepherd would fit into your life. Describe your Family, how many adults and children(ages) live in your household?

Who will be the primary caregiver? Please ensure this person is responsible and reliable.

In reference to the above multiple choice, please add any additional comments, clarification or other descriptors that will help with my placement process

Are there any other pets in the household? If yes, please provide details

Do you have a secure and adequately sized backyard or access to nearby outdoor spaces?

Training

Basic Obedience/Puppy Class is a requirement outlined in my contract. Please ensure you have reached out to a certified trainer prior to your "go home date".

What intensity/energy level are you hoping for in your Australian Shepherd Puppy?

10 - High (Performance Prospect- ie. Obedience, Agility, Rally, Herding titles)

7 - Medium/High (Performance Prospect)

5 - Medium(Family Pet/with training potential)

3 - Low(Family Pet/Senior/Quiet Community)

What is YOUR highest level of training is in the above mentioned venues?

Consider that Beginner would be "Puppy Class" or at home training practices... If you select Advanced+, I assume you have worked towards titles on other dogs and know trainers on a first name basis.

Will you be working towards titles in these venues?

What is the name of the trainer you will be working with?

How do you plan to socialize your Australian Shepherd puppy?

Experience

Please provide information about your dog ownership history.

Consider things like - Health or temperament challenges you've managed. Have you worked with a breeder in the past, or specialized trainers etc. If you went into great detail in your response "About You" please feel free to either elaborate with ease, or refer me to that response with no additional information.

Are you familiar with the Australian Shepherd breed? What attracts you to this breed?

Have you purchased a dog from a reputable breeder before?

Please provide any information that would help me know more about your experience in purebred dog ownership.

What will you be feeding your Australian Shepherd?

Are you familiar with the grooming needs of Australian Shepherds, and are you willing to invest time in grooming?

Veterinary Information

Do you have a regular veterinarian? If yes, please provide their contact information.

Are you financially prepared for routine veterinary care, vaccinations, and potential emergencies?

Yes

** We recently had an adult female spayed, the cost was $1200 - Consider that our contract requires late spay/neuter

Are you Considering Pet Insurance?

Yes

About Your Puppy

Please tell me about your hopes for a puppy and consider my future breeding plans and how they fit into your timeline for finding your puppy.

What qualities are you looking for in an Australian Shepherd puppy/adult?

What sex of puppy would you prefer?

Male

Female

Happily Indifferent

Please include your preferences for the colour of your puppy and the sex you would prefer to be matched with.

I understand this is just a preference.

I would be open to any colour. A puppy that suits my lifestyle and training goals is most important to me.

Red Tri

Black Tri

Blue Merle

Red Merle

Please select the litter(s) that would suit your families timeline for welcoming a puppy.

First Available Litter/Placement

Felix x Graham Late Spring 2026

Forge x Tyra Late Spring 2026

TBD x Pearl Late 2026(possibly into 2027)

Please keep me in mind for 2027

Please keep me in mind for 2028

Cross reference our puppy page to see where we're at with litter plans.

All of our puppies are sold at the same price, whether Companion Contract or Show Prospect Contract. We do not guarantee that our selections at 8 weeks will succeed in their desired venues, how a puppy is raised, fed, groomed, exercised and housed can greatly impact their development.

We sell our puppies on 2 types of contracts, please select your preferred contract

Companion/Pet Contract - Not for breeding, dog must be spayed/neutered at or after 24 months of age

Show/Breeding Prospect - Co-Ownership with me(Jocelyn), evaluated at 8 weeks, not guaranteed to finish/title

If you have more for me to consider about your puppy, please use this area to express your hopes.

Have you ever surrendered a pet to a shelter or rescue organization?

Yes

Is there anything else you would like to share about yourself, your family, or your expectations for a new puppy?

Do you have any follow up questions for me?

My Placement Process

Here's what you can expect from our breeding philosophy: Exceptional Pedigree: Our puppies will come from champion bloodlines, with both parents holding titles from the Canadian or American Kennel Club, or The Australian Shepherd Club of America(AKC, CKC or ASCA). This ensures that your future companion will embody the best qualities of the Australian Shepherd breed. Health and Temperament Assessment: We are committed to the health and well-being of our dogs. All of our breeding dogs will undergo thorough health checks, and their temperaments will be assessed to ensure they are well-suited for our program and for producing offspring that we aspire to be sound of mind and body. Personalized Placement: Just as each puppy is unique, so are the families they join. We take pride in our personalized placement process, considering the individual needs and dynamics of each family to ensure a harmonious match.

An obligation or agreement is only established once a deposit has been requested or made.

Due to our intentional, slow-paced breeding schedule, we only reach out to applicants when we have a planned breeding that matches your needs.

My process for accepting applications and making placements - Early on in the pregnancy I will review applications in order of the date they are received. As each application is approved I will contact families until I confirm 4 companion puppy placements. If I don't hear back from the approved families within 24-48 hours I will move onto the next approved application. I accept non-refundable deposits of 10% of the purchase price from those who are ready for a puppy. Once the puppies arrive, if no deposit has been received I will move onto the next approved family. I typically reserve 2 show placements for myself, to be selected first from any litter.

Beginning in June, 2026 puppies are $3500.00(CAD)+tax. Tails are docked at birth by my veterinary team. I don't make placements based on the colour or sex of the puppy. Each puppy is an individual, they all have varying personalities, temperaments and needs.

I am accessible through many formats - phone call, email, text message, website chat, facebook messenger etc.

If you would like to ask me any questions, find out more about my dogs, or my plans feel free to reach out.

www.ausableriveraussies.com (chat bubble)

c. 226-921-0253

ausableriveraussies@gmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/ausableriveraussies or Instagram @ausableriveraussies

Thank you so much for filling out my application! I look forward to helping you find your new family member.

- Joce

Did you read the above information about reaching out to me directly? Applications are not reviewed on submission, I review applications when litters have been bred and puppies are expected.

Yes