Australian Shepherds
We have raised Aussies for the past 10 years.  We have a well bred pair of Australian Shepherds with many Working Trial Champions in their pedigrees. We are very grateful to Sherry Baker of Twin Oaks for selecting and breeding such wonderful working genetics, it takes years to build what we were able to start with.
Thanks Sherry and Audrey!!
 
This wonderful herding instinct bred in them helps us everyday on the farm.
Sasha, our female, is wonderful in the pasture.  We send her out and tell her to bring them in and she usually does it with very little trouble and with only a few commands.  Boe, our male, is a strong worker, and is always wanting to help.  He sometimes needs to be reminded that his job is done for now, but even then he is only across the fence waiting for more action.  His main job is to guard gates while I go in and out feeding,  like most Aussies,  having a job and knowing what it is makes their day!

We have kept a female red-tri, Samantha, from one of our previous litters to use in 4-H.  She has done very well in obedience and showmanship.  She got Reserve Grand Champion in Showmanship in 2006, and Reserve Champion Beginner Agility in 2007 at our county fair.  We are looking forward to agility with her this year. Sam also has a strong desire to work cattle, it only takes the sound of the gate chain to bring the dogs looking for work.  Sam has had her first litter this year.

We have added a new boy to our program, thanks to Francesca of Sweetgrass Aussies.

Our Aussie's are worth the wage of a hired hand when it comes to helping us with our Angus operation.




Puppies are Here


These are very well bred Aussies.  Check out the pedigree.  We have heavy Twin Oaks breeding, which have the old time Aussie bloodlines. They are a loyal, hard working dogs that are sure to make you happy.  We have placed our pups in all kinds of situations, such as... working/herding, companionship, and nursing home therapy.

If you click on the above links you can see pictures of the parents.  The pedigree of the pups is also available.

We do gurantee these dogs to work with the proper training.  Repition is so important when they are young.  Just be consistant and have patience, together you will make a great team.

We also offer a health gurantee on our pups for any genetic disorders.  We have not had any troubles in the 10 years of raising them, so be confindent that you will be getting a healthy puppy.

Any additional information please feel free to call 507-478-9954 or email Stacey.

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Gravenhof Farms
"Home of your next herd sire"
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Blue Merle Female #1

Sasha x Howie
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Blue Merle
Female #2

Sasha x Howie
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Blue Merle Male #1

Sasha x Howie
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Red Merle Male #1

Sasha x Howie
Good Boy,Howie!!
New Pictures 07-27-09