Western Newfoundland, Canada

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Pedigree indicates what the animal should be.
Conformation indicates what the animal appears to be.
But Performance indicates what the animal actually is.
                                -author unknown-

AuxArcs Australian Shepherds

AuxArcs (pronounced "Ozark") is a name that reflects my childhood home of the Arkansas Ozarks, along with the Quebecois/Canadian French influence in my life now.

I breed very rarely and with an eye to several components--mental and physical soundness, longevity, minimal genetic health risks in the pedigree, working ability, and low inbreeding coefficients.  I am trying to establish a line of dogs that have exceptional working capabilities along with good health and conformation so that myself and other breeders will have options in the future for preserving the breed without bottlenecking the gene pool. 

As you read the pages that describe my dogs, you will see that I list what I consider faults as readily as what I consider positive things about my dogs.  This is because I believe that a) no dog is without faults and b) it is better for the breed as a whole for breeders to be as up-front as possible about the true attributes of the dog. 

You can read more about what to expect from an AuxArcs dog at the litters page. 

My overall training focus now is Search and Rescue (with Cy and Presto).  However, I have a strong background in dog sports.  Competition is generally unavailable to me on a regular basis (closest show of any kind is 8+ hours away).  Working ability is tested as much as possible on local farms.

The three males listed below are standing at stud to approved bitches.  Please visit their individual pages to see more details, and also visit the "Stud Dog Information" for a quick overview of the qualities which I feel should be considered when making a breeding decision.  GUESS WHAT!!!  I openly share what I consider faults!  Click here to check it out.

Blue merle male, red factored, standing at stud.  DOB 29 November 1996. CKC/ASCA registered.  OFA--hips excellent, elbows normal. Eyes cleared yearly.  20.5 inches, 42 pounds.

Vegas' page

Powerpak AuxArcs Sneak Attack, Wilderness SAR dog in training, St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog, 2 points CKC, flyball dog in training

Black tri female, red factored.  DOB 17 November 2001, CKC/ASCA registered, hips/elbows clear, eyes cleared yearly, 18 inches, 33 pounds.

Presto's page

Cypher

AuxArcs War Eagle Wilderness SAR dog in training, 4 points CKC, St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog, flyball dog in training.

Red merle male.  Will be standing at stud after health clearances done.  DOB 14 August 2003, CKC/ASCA registered, hips/elbows pending (preliminary results:  Excellent).  21 inches, 55 pounds.

Cy's page

In training for...Agility, Flyball, Obedience

Red tri male, standing at stud.  DOB 08 October 2004, CKC/ASCA registered, hips/elbows OVC certified, eyes cleared yearly.  19 inches, 40 pounds.  Owned by Robyn Matthews and Lawrence Hynes.

Q's page (make sure to visit Q's first litter of pups when you get to his page!)

Red Bi Merle Female DOB 16 February 2006, owned by Robyn Matthews and Lawrence Hynes.

Halo's Page