Novacoast

Where We Are LocatedNovacoast Australian Shepherds is located on the beautiful South Shore of Nova Scotia, just one hour from Halifax and minutes from some of the province’s most stunning coastlines and beaches. Our program is based on a small rural farm where our dogs help out with our horses, sheep, goats, chickens, and cats — giving our puppies a rich, well-rounded start to life.What We Are Passionate AboutAt Novacoast, we are passionate about producing exceptional Australian Shepherds that embody the intelligence, soundness, athleticism, and temperament the breed is known for, with a strong focus on health and preservation. Our AccomplishmentsOur dogs have earned top placings across Canada in conformation, agility, rally, and obedience, including Top All Breed national rankings in rally and top 5 rankings in multiple venues. Because of their proven success, stable temperaments, and trainability, our puppies are highly sought after by performance and sport homes looking for dogs capable of excelling at the highest levels while still being wonderful family companions.What We Focus OnHealth, temperament, and structure are the foundation of every breeding decision we make. We health test all breeding dogs and proudly stand behind our puppies with a comprehensive 6-year health guarantee — far exceeding what is typically offered by most Australian Shepherd breeders. Our goal is to produce healthy, structurally sound dogs with exceptional minds and longevity, while continually striving to preserve and improve the breed.How We Raise Our PuppiesOur puppies are raised in our home, beginning life in our bedroom, where they receive daily handling from birth. We implement early neurological stimulation, introduce a variety of scents and experiences, and carefully socialize puppies with people, livestock, other dogs, and everyday environments from an early age. Each puppy receives both temperament testing and structural evaluations prior to placement to help ensure the best possible match for their future home.EducationWe take every opportunity to educate ourselves on dogs, breeding, nutrition, and everything else dog-related. We believe that education is the key to a successful breeding program. Giving BackWe believe in giving back to the dog community. We volunteer countless hours every year for several dog clubs, planning and hosting dog events such as dog shows, trials, seminars, etc. We also volunteer by helping juniors learn more about dogs and the world of dog shows. Lifelong CommitmentWe provide lifelong support and guidance for all of our puppy owners and will take back any of our dogs at any time for any reason. We strongly believe that we brought these dogs into the world and we will remain responsible for them for their entire lives. At Novacoast Australian Shepherds, we go above and beyond to produce versatile, confident, and beautifully bred Australian Shepherds capable of succeeding in the performance ring, the show ring, and as cherished lifelong companions.