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About UsLocated in Utah County, Utah, Full Throttle Australian Shepherds is dedicated to raising quality Australian Shepherds that exemplify the breed standard. Our Aussies are first and foremost members of our family. Decisions about breeding are always made with one goal in mind; to preserve the integrity of the breed for generations to come with well-rounded, versatile dogs and puppies that have correct structure, fluid movement and exceptional temperaments. Breedings are carefully and purposefully planned. Parents have OFA certified hips and elbows, as well as, CERF Eye Exams, performed annually. Our Aussie puppies are ASCA and AKC registerable and are well socialized from being raised in a family setting. They are ready to excel in any venue; whether it is competing in Conformation, Agility, Herding, Obedience, Rally, Therapy, Service, Tracking or just being a special lifelong family companion.
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Our History |
Jennifer McKervey has been involved with the Australian Shepherd as a breed since 1987. Gordon was a lover of Saint Bernards and Mastiffs. In 1995, as two dog lovers, Jennifer and Gordon became involved with STAAR (Second Time Around Aussie Rescue) in California as a foster family for abused, neglected and abandoned Australian Shepherds. Rehabilitating and becoming an advocate for these intelligent dogs was extremely rewarding. Of course, after a break to have a family and a big move to Utah, they were anxious to get started with the breed again. After attending their first ever Conformation Show in Mount Pleasant, Utah in 2008 they decided to get involved in Conformation. The rest is history.
The love of Australian Shepherds is a family affair. Both Jacob and Megan made the choice to become involved with the breed by becoming Junior Handlers. Now, as a family, we take our commitment to preserving the integrity of the breed for future generations very seriously. Our dogs are raised in a family setting on over 13 acres with other farm animals. Due to being previously involved with rescued Australian Shepherds, we understand the importance of socializing this breed. Aussies are dedicated and loyal family companions. As such, our dogs are treated as members of our extended family. Our Aussies are registered with both the American Kennel Club and Australian Shepherd Club of America. They also receive all age appropriate testing including; hips and elbow certification by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, eyes cleared annually (CERF), and a full array of genetic testing. |