~ PUPPIES HAVE ARRIVED...08/03/08 ~     Click this link for : AUSSIES AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION      Click on to see: AUSSIE STANDARD       PAST PUPS FROM ROCKY TOP FARM   AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDS are one of the best choices for a companion dog for active families! They are very active and do need regular exersize.           The Australian Shepherd became popular in the Western States in the early 1950's and is known for its' herding ability. In June of 1957, the Australian Shepherd Club of America was founded in Tucson, Arizona and became the Official Registry for the breed. General Appearance is a compact, well balanced dog (athletic and alert). They come in Black, Blue Merle, Red, and Red Merle (all with or without copper or tan and/or white markings). Their coats are of moderate length, water resistant with short thick undercoats. Tails are naturally bobbed or docked (no more than 4 inches long).      Our dogs are mainly part of our family and help us work the herds and give us lots of love and affection. We are hobby breeders and when we breed we do so to improve the overall quality of the breed according to it's individual standard, without sacrificing personalities! Occasionally we have puppies for sale to approved homes only. Prospective new owners will have to answer a few questions on our adoption survey before we accept deposits on any of our puppies. Unless discussed with prospective new owners all puppies are sold on a spay/neuter contract.  We are members of the Australian Shepherd Club of America, Inc. Our dogs are  AKC, ASCA,  and/or  National Stock Dog Registered. Many have champion lineage. This site was designed by Kelly Bailey. All pictures are the property of Rocky Top Farm.     Here is what adoptive families have to say about their experience with us:            Dear Kelly, We just wanted to let you know that everything is going well with Oggie and his adjustment to his new home.  He seems very happy and is picking up quickly on things we are teaching him.  We went to the vet who said he is very healthy and seems well adjusted around people.  In fact, he charmed all of the staff at the veterinarian's office.  Thank you again for the newest addition to our home. McDonald and family        Comments from Cheryl: I adopted Madison, the runt of Ruby's litter in March.  I just wanted to update you on how great she is doing.  She is almost 30lbs, she has all her shots, and has a vet that adores her.  She is, for the most part, house trained.  But most importantly she is a joy.  She is such a happy puppy.  She loves to run and jump.  We actually built her some hurdles that she will jump over at varying heights.  I creatively decided to ride my bike around the back yard so she can run fast and jump.  She is catching onto the game of frisbee but is still working on the eye, mouth, jumping coordination. Thanks for breeding and giving me such a wonderful pet!      Kelly, I just wanted to send you a quick update on Irie. We are all adjusting and doing well with our newest member of the family.  Indy is doing great being a "big brother" and has even shown Irie how to start to go after the frisbee - much to our delight.  On Tuesday, she had her first vet visit and was pronounced absolutely beautiful and healthy.  We could not be more thrilled!  Thank you so much! Jacquie   Kelley,                                10/29/07 Hey!  Sure doesn't seem like it has been 10 months since we came to get Triggs. He has the best temperament in the world...he can now open the front door, kennel door and sliding glass door given the chance.  He is amazing!  This has got to be the most fantastic breed ever.   Jodi, Suffolk, VA   Puppies   Aussies make excellent companions for active families who have fenced yards! This breed is highly trainable and very loyal. Great dogs for agility, flyball, or frisbee sports! Our pups are pre-spoiled and come with first set of shots and have been de-wormed. All pups sold on spay or neuter contract unless otherwise agreed upon.  We prefer pups to be picked up but can ship. Both of our stud dogs have been OFA cleared, please ask if you are concearned. Our goal in breeding is not only to better match our dogs to the standards set forth by ASCA and AKC for Australian Shepherds, but  also to produce intelligent loving companions.We always research the bloodlines and make sure there are no known problems with hips, eyes, or any other disease that would affect litters. Puppies are raised with lots of love, around children, have exposure to other dogs, cats, and farm animals. We give them their first shots and they are dewormed before going to their forever homes. We provide puppy kits with care guides, contact info, and starter baggie of Purina One Puppy food. WE ACCEPT CASH ONLY FOR BALANCE DUE WHEN PICKING UP YOUR PUPPY! Adults     Click on any names underlined to see thier pedigree. Please bear with me as this is a work in progress! Some pictures are better than others.   AKC & ASCA Ammardan Ace in the Hole Rocky (Hips Certified) out of Shoreland's Sky's the Limits  and DMN's Sweet Heart Tilly Girl. He comes to us from the Nash family of Ohio! His bloodlines include CH Alladdin's Coup D'Rivermede, CH Heatherhill My Waterloo, CH Bayshore's Run Four The Border, CH Spectacular Era of Rivermede, and Bluecrest Caldonia Del Oro to name a few. He is more laid back and tolerates most anything or anyone. AVAILABLE FOR STUD TO APPROVED FEMALES! AKC & ASCA Tiffany's Majestic Cody (Hips Certified) comes to us from the Etter family in Minnesota! Thanks Tiffany for such a sweet red tri boy. Very impressive bloodlines with numerous Champions in both ASCA and AKC! (Cody even has relatives that are in the Hall of Fame.) Cody wants to work most of the time and is a typical stud male! AVAILABLE FOR STUD TO APPROVED FEMALES!     ASCA & NSDR Ross-Mar Salem Blue out of Ross-Mar Portrait of Night and Wivell's Winter Lacy. Blue loves to "smile for the camera" and is my love bug. I will try to get a better picture of her. We have a special bond. She is one of our more calm Aussies. She also loves to open all the kennel gates and let everyone out when we forget to put a snap on which locks them shut.   AKC, ASCA, & NSDR Ross-Mar Missy out of CH Ross-Mar My Man Simon and Ross-Mar Kiss N Tell Gidget We have had Missy for going on 8 years now and she is one of the most energetic Aussie we have. Definately a lot of herding instinct and working ability.   (We wish we would have shown Missy when younger. She has the body, coat, and temperment!)     ASCA & NSDR Skittles of Rocky Top Farm out of Ross-Mar Salem Blue and Compton's Chief. Another sweet girl we originally adopted out, but got back due to family circumstances. We decided to keep her. She is a wiggle butt if you know what I mean. Loves to have her belly rubbed too. We can expect all colors out of this Momma as both parents are red factored.      ASCA & NSDR Ruby of Rocky Top Farm , sister to Skittles above. Another sweet girl we originally adopted out, but got back due to family circumstances. We decided to keep her. This pic was showing her pregnant and is not a good representation as she is a graceful red tri girl. She loves to play with her toys and will fetch.   ASCA & NSDR Lady Bug of Rocky Top with her sister Ruby in rear. She was a present to my daughter. She was "her pick puppy" and was a Christmas gift. She has the funniest way of barking, you just have to see her.     AKC Big Timber's Zoe's on Fire comes to us from Big Timber's Kennel in Ohio. Thanks Karen for this sweet girl! Her grandfather is Shoreland's Sky's the Limits. Just a great personality and real love bug! She is almost 2 now. Can't wait to see what she is going to produce with Cody!    Following the footprints of Jesus! 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