4T Acre Kennel - Aussies of Central Georgia

09/12/2025

3 week old update!
AKC/ASCA
Pm me for information!

04/12/2025

In the next 4-8 weeks, you'll all be seeing the "We need to re-home our pet..." posts. These are the people who went ahead and purchased puppies, kittens, rabbits...etc. as Christmas gifts who are suddenly allergic, moving, having a baby, don't have time, their kids won't take care of it, didn't think they'd get so big, didn't think they shed, didn't think they needed food....

Problem is, 90% of unwanted pets end up in kill shelters.

You're moving? What city are you moving to that doesn't allow dogs? You have a responsibility to your living, breathing family member to plan ahead to find a house, apartment or condo that will ALLOW your family member. Period.

Oh, you had no idea you were due to have a baby in 2 months? Didn't know that's how it worked.. Get a dog trainer and remember that the pet was your child first.

Don't have time to let a dog out, or to have a dog just sit next to you while you're home? Really? So they're better off in a shelter than waiting in your house for you to get home? Ok, perhaps get another pet to keep them company or look for a local dog-sitter.
Oh, you mean your five-year-old didn't step up to the plate to feed, walk and scoop p**p like they promised? I guess it's time for YOU to step up and role model for your child.
Wrong size? Not cute as an adult? Sheds too much? Barks? Breathes? Not quite the personality you expected? Look in a mirror, how did you turn out? Should we send you back?

Guess what? If the roles were reversed, your dog would NEVER LET YOU GO.

30/11/2025

Two week old update!
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27/11/2025

Happy Thanksgiving Y'all!

NFS

22/11/2025

1 week old update!

15/11/2025

Here's a sneak peak of the new AKC/ASCA litter by Glitch and out of Rosé last night. I'm going through the wait list first! Rosé has a clear genetics panel, and Glitch is a carrier of CEA.

09/11/2025

07/11/2025

Preserving and improving the Australian Shepherd Breed

Some people think breeding should be illegal, and honestly, with how many irresponsible breeders are out there, I understand why. It’s heartbreaking.
But here’s the truth: ethical breeders are the reason some breeds still exist today.

We spend countless hours reducing health risks, supporting families, preventing shelter surrenders, always taking our puppies back if needed, and preserving what makes each breed special.

If you’re looking for a puppy, please find a breeder who’s in it for the right reasons, not just someone with “ASAP puppies ready or for cheap or aww it’s cute!.”
You play a much bigger role in the future of pedigree breeds than you might realize.

I know some are disappointed that I’m cutting back on certain things, and not breeding for “what buyers want.” But being ethical means doing what’s best for the breed, not what’s trendy or easy. Some choices made for color or demand can cause problems years later, and I refuse to compromise the health and integrity of this breed for popularity and how quick they go out the door. I am one of the few breeders left figuring this out the right way while others are making a mess of it.

There isn’t many of us truly working together to see this breed succeed. Many of the issues we face today came from breeding for what sold, not what was right.

Even after being around Australian Shepherds over 20 years as an owner and now 5 years as a breeder, I’m still learning and growing. There’s a lot of work ahead, but we’ll get there — in time.

Understand that we don’t just need “standards.” We need true standards that reflect the look, heart, and history of what the Australian Shepherd was meant to be.

This is why so many good kennels are closing their doors because it’s no longer worth the emotional, physical, and financial strain when the wrong people are being supported and trust me you do not see everything behind the scenes for what we do. I’m doing everything I can to stick around and continue improving this breed, but it’s not easy.

So please, do your research, be a responsible pet owner, and support those doing it the right way, and remember: when you buy based only on price or what is available fast, you’re not saving money or helping; you’re supporting the fakes instead of the real ones.

🩷4T Acre Kennel🩷

25/10/2025

Meeko loves her belly rubs 🩷

23/09/2025

It's check-up day for River!

NFS

20/09/2025

Update September 20th: Remi and Rocky went to their furever homes today in North Georgia

30/08/2025

Raven went to her furever home today at a local cattle ranch!