The Australian Shepherd is a breed of amazing intelligence and abilities. The Aussie was developed for the purpose of herding livestock and serving as a loyal and watchful companion. Our goal at Golden Acres Ranch is to keep those inherent qualities thriving, that is, a keen mind, a willingness to please and athleticism. The majority of our dogs have become wonderful family companions, with some becoming Search & Rescue & therapy dogs. We also donate two puppies a year to Guide Dogs For The Blind. All our puppies have great dispositions and are home raised with love and affection and are quick and sharp minded. The puppies we raise just need to be pointed in the direction you wish.

Our puppies are sold as family/companion dogs only. We do not sell our dogs for working or breeding. We do not stand our Stud Dogs to outside bitches.  Our puppies are registered through the
Australian Shepherd Club Of America without breeding rights. 

 We have decided to make this our standard policy because of the lack of concern some people have for the health and well being of the breed. 

Aussies come in the following acceptable colors - Black, Red, Blue Merle and Red Merle.  All colors can come with white trim as well as copper points however, white and points are not required.
 

"JUST A DOG"

 From time to time people tell me, "Lighten up, it's just a dog," or "that's a lot of money for just a dog."  They don't understand the distance traveled, time spent, or costs involved for "Just a dog."  Some of my proudest moments have come about with "Just a dog."  Many hours have passed with my only company being "just a dog," and not once have I felt slighted. Some of my saddest moments were brought about by "Just a dog."  In those days of darkness, the gentle touch of "Just a dog" provided comfort and purpose to overcome the day.

If you, too, think it's "Just a dog," you will probably understand the phrases like "Just a friend." "Just a sunrise," or "just a promise." "just a dog" brings into my life the very essence of friendship, trust, and pure unbridled joy. "just a dog" brings out the compassion and patience that makes me a better person.  Because of "Just a dog"  I will rise early, take long walks and look longingly to the future. 

 For me and folks like me, it's not "Just a dog," it's an embodiment of all the hopes and dreams of the future, the fond memories of the past, and the pure joy of the moment.  "Just a dog" brings out what's good in me and diverts my thoughts away from myself and the worries of the day.

I hope that someday people can understand it's not "Just a dog."  It's the thing that gives me humanity and keeps me from being "Just a man or woman."  So the next time you hear the phrase "Just a dog," smile, because they "Just Don't Understand."