The Lando x Midna Litter Has Arrived!
Born July 4, 2025 | 6 Beautiful Puppies
Fireworks weren’t the only thing lighting up our Fourth of July – we’re thrilled to announce the safe arrival of our much-anticipated Lando x Midna litter! Midna delivered 6 healthy puppies on Independence Day, and we are absolutely in love with this special group.
Litter Breakdown:
• 1 Black Tri Female
• 1 Black Tri Male
• 3 Blue Merle Males
• 1 Blue Merle Female
This is Midna’s final litter, and we are so excited about the quality, structure, and confident temperaments we are already seeing. Lando has contributed his beautiful breed type and presence, and we expect these puppies to be versatile prospects for show, performance, or active companion homes.
Puppies will be evaluated between 7–8 weeks and placements will be made based on structure, temperament, and individual goals of each home.
If you're interested in joining the waitlist or learning more about this litter, please email us!
Stay tuned for updates, photos, and milestone moments as they grow!
- Future Plans -
Soiree has been bred to the handsome Apollo, with a litter of possibly all four colors due on September 2nd, with puppies ready for their new homes around October 28th! Watch for our official announcement once this litter has been confirmed.
If you’re interested in a puppy from either of these upcoming litters, please don’t hesitate to reach out and request to be added to the waitlist—just be sure to specify which girl you’re most interested in!
- Available Adults-
On rare occasions, we make the difficult decision to place select adult dogs into new homes. These placements are not made lightly, as each dog is a cherished member of our family, and their well-being is our top priority. When we do consider placement, it is never because the dog is lacking, but rather because we believe they may thrive in a different environment, whether that’s contributing to a reputable breeding program, pursuing competitive success in performance or conformation, or enjoying life as a well-loved companion.
We are currently evaluating a few of our young adults to determine which dogs best align with our long-term goals. As hard as these decisions are, they allow us to continue improving our program and ensure every dog receives the individual attention and opportunity they deserve. We are committed to finding homes that match each dog’s personality, strengths, and future potential.
• 2.5-Year-Old AKC Champion Black Tri Male – Show or Performance Home
This striking boy is fully health tested, house and crate trained, has a solid foundation in obedience, and is halfway to his Grand Championship. He’s been evaluated on stock and shows good instinct and drive, with excellent potential across a variety of venues. He travels easily, gets along well with others, and is a fun, eager companion. He would excel as a juniors dog, conformation special, or a high-level performance partner. We are also open to the right home overseas for this dog.• Young Blue Merle Male – Show or Performance Home
This promising young male is a moderate blue merle with a beautiful outline, clean movement, and a confident, biddable temperament that makes him a pleasure to train and live with. He is AKC pointed, has been selectively shown, and is well-socialized, house and crate trained. He’s comfortable with regular grooming, travels well, and is excellent with other dogs. He has also been evaluated on stock with impressive instinct and drive, and we’ve been told he shows strong potential to title in herding. This boy is a great fit for someone seeking a versatile, athletic, and eye-catching partner in the show ring or performance venues.• 2-Year-Old Blue Merle Female – Pet or Performance Home
This lovely girl is fully health tested, house and crate trained, and has both AKC Championship points and a few entry-level performance titles. She would thrive in a home with one or two other dogs, an experienced Aussie-savvy owner, and a structured routine. She is toy-motivated, bonds closely to her people, and is happiest when she has a job to do. A fenced yard and ongoing training will help her blossom into an incredible companion or performance dog.If you think one of these dogs could be the right fit for your home or program, we welcome serious inquiries. Photos and videos are available upon request.
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ABOUT OUR PUPPIES AND PLACEMENT PROCESS
At Hightide Australian Shepherds, our puppies come with a comprehensive health guarantee, a sales contract, AKC and ASCA registration, microchipping, the first set of vaccinations, deworming, and an eye exam by a canine ophthalmologist. Our pet, companion, and performance puppies are priced at $3,000, while show prospects are sold by private agreement starting at $4,000+. We invest immense time, energy, and love into raising our dogs and puppies, and we kindly request that no inquiries for discounted prices be made.
We require a $300 non-refundable deposit for pet and performance puppies and a $500 non-refundable deposit for show/breeding prospects. Prospective buyers must complete a Puppy Questionnaire and have a conversation with us before being added to the waitlist and submitting a deposit. This non-refundable deposit will be applied to the sale price of the puppy and ensures your commitment to owning one of our dogs, just as we are committed to supporting you for the next 10+ years. If your color or sex preference is not available in the litter, we can transfer your deposit to the next litter.
Puppy selections are made between 6-8 weeks after completing health, temperament, and structural evaluations. Breeders make their choices first. We provide weekly photos and videos, but final puppy assignments are made closer to 8 weeks. While we will consider your color preference, Australian Shepherds should be admired for their unique coloring. We prioritize matching puppies to families based on activity level and temperament over coat or eye color. Remember, adding an Australian Shepherd to your family is a 12-15 year commitment, so it’s essential to prioritize temperament and compatibility over color.
WHY PAY MORE FOR A PUREBRED DOG FROM A SHOW BREEDER IF YOU AREN'T PLANNING TO SHOW?
Puppies from show breeders, even if not destined for the show ring, are more likely to be healthy and possess sound, breed-appropriate temperaments. Ethical preservation breeders conduct extensive health testing before breeding, ensuring that their dogs are free of heritable defects and possess excellent temperaments. Quality breeding increases the likelihood of a healthy, sound pet, although it is not an absolute guarantee due to the complexity of genetic defects.
Show breeders aim for physical soundness, including proper movement and structural conformation. If you are going to share your life with a pet, wouldn’t you want them to have the best possible chance to be healthy and sound?
At Hightide Australian Shepherds, our dogs are shown to earn AKC Championships before breeding. This ensures they meet the breed standard for movement, structure, and temperament. Our dogs undergo comprehensive health testing, including Hip & Elbow X-rays evaluated by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, annual eye exams by certified canine ophthalmologists, and DNA tests for hereditary conditions like cataracts, MDR1 gene (multi-drug resistance), and CEA (collie eye anomaly).
We never view breeding as a profit-making venture. Our mission is the well-being of our dogs and the continued betterment of the breed. We breed for show, performance, and, most importantly, to provide happy, loving pets.
We invite you to explore our site, learn more about our commitment to the breed, and discover why an Australian Shepherd from Hightide Australian Shepherds is the perfect addition to your family.
For more information about Australian Shepherds, please take a look at the websites listed below:
United States Australian Shepherd Association • Australian Shepherd Club of America • American Kennel Club
If you cannot find a breeder with a puppy available, please consider the option of rescue:
Aussie Rescue & Placement Helpline • Northeast Aussie Rescue • New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue
