Kingman Australian Shepherds

04/11/2024

On this national Pet Day, I can think of no greater gift than this article and story.

Being a vet and a breeder has taught me to look at the animal/human bond from so many perspectives. At the end of the day, our show dogs will retire and settle into a different life.

I know that all of the puppies I have raised have been blessed with phenomenal families and lives. The story of Lacey Curry and Drive is one that I’m very proud of. And, even though I’m not raising puppies anymore, all of the time and energy invested were well worth it just to read this.
I’m not crying, you’re crying! 🥹

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/news/drive-seizure-alert-dog-torch/?fbclid=IwAR1BAEg_Qmv0F4wnBhwDy1ygZpBc-wRwDYMgjvv9dZyM1l_T2esV4G9MQD0_aem_AZq2jHQclj5tOXnxgj9VUFHdUwHn16htoMgPREz12gsFaXFCtYauDqDw8EndMwJ5EXU

Drive has an assortment of American Kennel Club titles but it's what he does outside the competition arenas that sparks the wow factor! The...

04/03/2022

Updating August’s album. Love this boy!

04/03/2022

Win photos from GAASC last weekend!
August went BOB under SBJ Maarten Walter and SBJ Heidi Mobley in a lovely line up of specials! August is always expertly handled by Maria Neff.

AKC Bronze GCH/ASCA CH Bayberry Airam August Rush CGC, DNA-CP is coowned with Maria Neff, Amber Jade Aanensen and myself and bred by Maria and Amber. Photo credit Amy Johanson.

02/24/2022

07/22/2021

Happy First Birthday to the Marco x Tate litter! Time sure flies when you’re having fun!

06/27/2021

Congratulations to the Benning family! This guy is truly special and is already so loved! Name pending...

06/16/2021

Happy third Birthday to our Spencer x Eve litter! I hope you all have a super spoiled day!

06/06/2021

Congratulations to the Wagley and Campbell families! These puppies are on their way to Michigan to be loved and spoiled! Who could resist those faces?!

06/06/2021

I could not be more thrilled! This little guy left to live with the Swicegood family today! Olivia and her parents, Tim and Judy, have been clients of mine at Country View Pet Hospital, Inc. since just after opening the clinic. I’ll get to see this guy grow up and know that he has the best home! ❤️

06/04/2021

Congratulations to the Costich family and this puppy! He is gonna be sooooo loved! Happy to have you in the Kingman family!

06/01/2021

The puppies turned 8 weeks old yesterday and are starting to go to their new homes!
We are so excited to see ‘Midge’ so happy with her big Sister, Kesha, owned and loved by Taylor and Evan.
We do have some handsome males ready to go to pet/companion homes. Interested parties may fill out a questionnaire at www.kingmanaussies.com.

05/25/2021

Puppies are 7 weeks old! They had a big day- veterinary exams, first vaccines, microchipping, baths and LOTS of play time on the farm! We do have some beautiful males available. Interested parties should fill out a puppy questionnaire at www.kingmanaussies.com.

05/21/2021

This guy is staying at Kingman. Having said that, we will have males available for pet homes. I’ve had many messages regarding the puppies. If you have interest in a puppy, please fill out a questionnaire at www.kingmanaussies.com. I take great care to match puppies based on personality traits, etc. The questionnaire helps me to keep inquiries straight, while honing in on responses that will lead to the best fit.

05/16/2021

Puppy update: The August x Tate puppies are 6 weeks old! As announced earlier, we got a real surprise on Easter when some of the puppies were born without the breed standard colors we had expected.

The verdict is in: Genetic color testing of the Dam, Sire, and all nine puppies showed an extra merle gene in some of the puppies. Much to the surprise of many, Tate is a cryptic merle. She carries the same mM genetic marker as a merle dog. In other words, she is a merle girl in a very pretty black dress!

Of course, I had no idea that this would even be a possibility, especially given Tate’s minimal black look; however, with genetics, anything is possible.

I have hesitated to post pics of the pups, as I wanted to be certain all would adjust and be happy and healthy. After all, that is what is most important to me. They are all doing great! I will say that the temperaments of these puppies are rock solid- What a group of sweeties!

With the knowledge of each pup’s color genetics, we can move on from this and know which pups are available to stay here at Kingman, pending evaluations. All other pups will be going to pet homes only. It is important to me that the breed standard be upheld and that everyone can learn a little something from this. I’ve learned a lot! Now, enjoy adorable puppy photos!

04/28/2021

04/26/2021

Puppies are 3 weeks old today! Their little personalities are starting to develop, and their puppy play and mini barks are simply adorable!

04/19/2021

Puppies are two weeks old today! Their eyes are opening and they are starting to toddle around the whelping pen. Tate is keeping them well fed!

04/05/2021

It was an interesting weekend! Tate delivered nine puppies on Easter after a long labor. We are so happy to report that Tate and all of the puppies are doing great!

As you may notice, some of the puppies are not the standard color for Australian Shepherds. This litter should be black and blue. Because of a color mutation of which I was unaware, four puppies received genes that altered the standard colors. Those puppies will be placed in companion homes, which always agree to a spay/neuter contract, no matter the color.

Though there are many reasons that a puppy may be chosen to go to a companion home versus a show/breeding home, this coloration is not to be perpetuated. Normal colored offspring kept in a breeding program will be genetically color tested to plan future breedings, as they may still carry a recessive gene, though they are not affected.

At this time, all puppies are reserved. Aside from some surprise colors, we expect super temperaments and beautiful puppies and can’t wait to watch them grow!

04/05/2021

Tate delivered NINE puppies on Easter! Everyone is settling in with Mom and doing well. Those on the waiting list have been contacted (check your email). At this time, no puppies are available. Pictures will follow in the upcoming days.

03/27/2021

Looking so forward to this black and blue litter! Serious inquiries only at www.kingmanaussies.com via our puppy questionnaire. Availability limited pending waiting list.

03/08/2021

Happy 4th Birthday to our fun-loving, sweet Tate! She has exciting times approaching! We are so proud of this girl! ❤️

02/09/2021

Happy 3rd Birthday to August! We just love having him here at Kingman! Look for August in the ring with Maria Neff.

AKC CH/ASCA major ptd Bayberry’s August Rush at Airam.
📸 Amber Jade Aanensen

01/16/2021

Kingman’s Do You Want Fries With That ‘Frenchie.’ Growing up nicely. Pictured here at almost 6 months old. (Marco x Tate)

01/05/2021

Happy 4th Birthday to our first ever litter at Kingman Aussies! What a fun group of pups! Where did the time go?!

11/08/2020

Frenchie from our Marco x Tate litter got some table time today. What a good girl!

09/27/2020

We have been blessed to find each puppy the absolute perfect fit! Part of responsible breeding is ensuring a suitable match to strengthen the animal/human bond. These are some lucky pups!

Spud, now ‘Drive,’ is with Lacey Curry. Look for this duo in the conformation and performance rings. Drive’s natural love for water will have he and Lacey hanging out at the dock diving venue a lot! Look for Lacey’s beautiful story behind this dog on her personal page.

Yukon will be living with my old friends in a neighboring community. It was so great to catch up (at a distance) today! I’m most excited as I’ll be watching him grow during his vet visits, while his kids are most excited to have a new adorable buddy! I’m not sure if his name will change, but I know his little girl has some ideas!

Ida will be living in Kentucky with the Van Meter’s. She has three kids to keep her busy and will enjoy her sport outings with the family. I’ll let this family make the name announcement, but let’s just say, Ida will likely be getting that Princess title she’s always deserved!

Russet will be living with the Glass family. This inquisitive and super thoughtful puppy will thrive with the training, games and trick training this family will provide! Tom will share any name change, and Russet won’t be phased a bit!

Congrats to all the new puppy owners! I’m so glad to have you along! Jill

09/26/2020

Introducing our keeper puppy from the ‘Tater Tot’ litter. Meet Kingman’s Do You Want Fries With That, ‘Frenchie.’

We are so excited for this sweet girl’s future! A special thank you to Maria Neff for evaluating this near and dear to our heart litter!

09/18/2020

Evaluations are approaching next week, and we are getting excited to see where each puppy will call home! I know we have some very anxious puppy owners awaiting the decision. It’s so important to match each puppy with just the right home, and we are excited to see what each will do!

09/10/2020

Ida decided she would rather play than sit still for a 7 week photo!