Rafter J Aussies

Rafter J Aussies Working Australian Shepherds I bought my first Australian Shepherd in about 2005 and it worked naturally with no formal training.

I've had Heelers, Border Collies, Catahoulas, and Currs. I've worked beside World Champion Border Collies and have great respect for them but the Aussies have been the most enjoyable and functional for me. I love dogs, particularly dogs that work or hunt, so I really enjoy taking dogs with me on the ranch everyday. For years I've used my red tri male, Ruff to gather and work cattle. My cow work wa

s seasonal up until 2011 when we went to ranching full time. In 2012, I bought my first Slash V working Aussie (Dally) from H-Cross Aussies. She had so much desire and talent I got another Slash V female (Tori). I got my Aussies to help on the ranch, not to raise pups but I do plan to have a few litters and see what they can become. They are patient and loving with my kids and yet so tough with cattle and protective towards strangers. They are tough, smart, loyal, and helpful and I wouldn't enjoy ranching as much without them.

She’s still riding shotgun
05/15/2026

She’s still riding shotgun

This dog is as tough as they come. Bulls and fighting cows don’t stand a chance against Willie.
10/04/2025

This dog is as tough as they come. Bulls and fighting cows don’t stand a chance against Willie.

This old lady is 13 today. H Cross Rafter J Dally has been a good one. She still goes with me (sometimes) but prefers ...
08/30/2025

This old lady is 13 today. H Cross Rafter J Dally has been a good one. She still goes with me (sometimes) but prefers to ride in the truck with the ac on. She never got the hang of driving.

*** Joe has been placed *** ASCA registered Rafter J Little Joe is available to a select home. DOB 11/27/21 out of H3 K...
08/20/2024

*** Joe has been placed ***
ASCA registered Rafter J Little Joe is available to a select home. DOB 11/27/21 out of H3 KLF Totempole Full Of Honey X H Cross Rafter J Dally. Joe is intact, 44 #, 22”, and comes with DNA-CP, Paw Print DNA Profiling Certificate, and Paw Print Genetic Health Certificate - 1 copy B12. He is current on vaccinations, extremely friendly, eager to please, loads and rides in pickup bed, good down and recall, excellent fast cat prospect (he hits the woods at a run looking for squirrels), and trial prospect. Hips and elbows not tested - dam is normal and good. PM for more info

03/11/2024

Haven’t done much with Willie. He’s 8 months old out of Deuce x Cotton. He’s just gone with me feeding cows all winter, getting a good recall and starting to down. And never takes his eyes off the cows

My ice breaking, cow feeding buddy. Dally is always ready, always watching, always waiting for what we’re gonna do next...
01/16/2024

My ice breaking, cow feeding buddy. Dally is always ready, always watching, always waiting for what we’re gonna do next.

Cotton doesn’t get very far away… even when I’m splitting wood.
12/28/2023

Cotton doesn’t get very far away… even when I’m splitting wood.

All these people saying bring them inside. Here’s my dogs fighting over the water trough at 35 degrees. We are not the...
12/11/2023

All these people saying bring them inside. Here’s my dogs fighting over the water trough at 35 degrees. We are not the same

11/18/2023

Worked the cows today, including dehorning the old, snotty cows. Brought Willie to see the calves. This was his 1st time to get to do more than bark through the fence. He got knocked on his butt twice and came back biting. If you want one with grip and grit, he’s still available. That’s mom Cotton and Grandma Dally in there, too.

After a few years in semi-retirement, Rafter J Aussies are back on the daily job. They keep the cows off me while I fee...
11/14/2023

After a few years in semi-retirement, Rafter J Aussies are back on the daily job. They keep the cows off me while I feed. Only problem is Cotton don’t want to quit. And I must be getting old because this morning I called her a combination of dog names including her grandma Tori (who she acts, sounds, and works just like).
“Cally!” “Rotten!” “Tori!” “COTTON! That’ll do!”

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5152 MC 6
Doddridge, AR
71834

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