Intrested in a MUDDYFEET Aussie?

You are welcome to click to the Current available page. Keep in mind we
have pretty limited litters so we do not always have puppies for sale.
We ask, If interested we highly recommend you read ALL these pages first.
We have tried to provide as much information about us, our dogs, our code of ethics,
and our breeding program as possible.  We do this so you can decided if we may be the
breeder for you. We also provide this information to  assist you in your search for your
next companion too.  Our primary goal is for you to have the tools and information to
one assist you to find a reputable breeder, and ALSO to assist you in determining if this
breed is the right fit for your family.
Feel free to contact us with any additional questions you may have.

Amanda & Bernard Bushee- Muddyfeet Aussies

The Truth about Aussies, Beyond what the books, Internet and even what some breeders will tell you

ALL Aussies do best in homes that are involved with their dogs. This is BECAUSE AUSSIES are a ACTIVE breed of dog and need active owners. Aussies ARE A
WORKING BREED and this is something that far to often IS not considered by a family before purchase, and sadly far to many "breeders" out there do not screen
or care enough if the dog will be a fit before sale. This is why there is a Aussie rescue. This is why there is dogs that have nothing "wrong" with them in need
homes and given up by their previous owners.
Aussies do best in (Need) homes that have the time and interest to fulfill both the physical and mental needs of what is a very active, intelligent breed of dog.
Aussies are NOT good yard dogs, they are not a breed that will be happy sitting on the couch all day.
They need owner looking for a COMPANION dog and a dog that they want to spend quality time with. As a Aussie owner you should have a interest in teaching
training and shaping your dogs behavior.  Keeping a dog like a Aussie happy is more than just taking it for runs, throwing the Frisbee or having a big area (fenced)
to run. They are a breed that thrives on life experiences and being involved, they do very poorly if a home has little time or interest in these things.

Aussies are "great" family dogs.  This may or may not be true, depending on what that families expectations are. What we mean is depending on what that "family"
homes expectations are in a dog can make or break it as far as if that dog will be a fit. To me we love that we have to do things with our dogs, we enjoy the fact
that they are aware of what is going on. We like that bond they form with us. We love the fact they do form a very strong bond with the family and property
where they live. They do have natural herding and guarding instincts. We do not want a dog that you can just step back and not do any work. We enjoy the
challenge of exposing our dogs to new situations, people, places we enjoy training our dogs new things. All of this is a must for a well rounded dog of any breed
but with a Aussie, if you forget or want a super easy dog or you are not comfortable setting some rules you will end up with a dog that does not fit.  

The truth is Aussies are the "right" breed for some homes, and not others. Do not get me wrong to us they are one of the best dogs their are.  But they do have
some traits that for some homes just do not fit or some homes either do not want or can handle.  A good breeder should be experienced enough in the breed and
in our honest opinion training dogs in general (work and train their dogs vs just breeding them)  to interview you and discuss not only the positive aspects but some
of the not so positive aspects for some homes.  Adding a "Australian Shepherd" to your family should be a 10-15years of enjoyment and companionship.  
Consider all the aspects of a breed. As a potential buyer one must do some research, look beyond the physical traits,  Take into account all aspects of a breed, and
consider if this dog or breed will fit with your family. Not every breeder will be as selective and careful as we are in our placements, and unfortunately THIS is why
their are dogs in rescue. 99% of dogs in rescue are there because the family got more then they planned for, so try very hard not to be part of that number.
Make a informed decision
FMI see our page of breed info training and history