Hello, We Are Match Dot Pup!
We breed awesome AKC Australian Shepherds.
We take pride in what sets our AKC Australian Shepherd puppies apart from others, and the impact that has on you as a potential puppy owner. Our commitment lies in the well-being of the breed and ensuring that the puppies we produce are of the highest quality.
Our Dogs Are More Than Just Pets
Our dogs are valued members of our family. We share a deep connection and love with each of them, and they hold a special place in our hearts. As such, we strive to ensure that the AKC Australian Shepherd puppies we produce go on to become cherished and beloved members of their new families. Our commitment to responsible breeding and nurturing ensures that our dogs bring joy, companionship, and unconditional love to those who welcome them into their homes.
Ensuring the Best Companion for You
At Match Dot Pup, our primary mission is to ensure that you find the best companion for your needs and lifestyle. To achieve this goal, we implement a series of essential steps and practices.
Thorough Evaluations
We conduct comprehensive puppy evaluations to understand each puppy’s temperament and personality. This information helps us “match” you with the puppy that best aligns with your lifestyle and preferences.
Ongoing Support
We offer lifetime breeder support to assist you throughout your puppy’s life journey. Whether you need advice on training, health, or any other aspect of puppy care, we are here to help.
Personalized Matching
We work closely with you to understand your needs and expectations for a companion. By considering factors such as activity level, living situation, and family dynamics, we strive to find the perfect “match”.
Community of Owners
Our private Facebook page fosters a community of puppy owners where you can connect, share experiences, and learn from others.
Health Guarantee
Our AKC Australian Shepherd puppies come with a two-year health guarantee, assuring you that they are in good health. For the first 30 days, they also have health insurance. This provides peace of mind.
Education
We provide resources and information on raising and caring for your new puppy, helping you adapt to life with your new furry family member.
Early Socialization
Our puppies are raised in a loving and social environment, exposed to various experiences and stimuli. Early socialization helps them become well-adjusted, confident, and friendly companions for a lifetime of fun.
Love and Compassion
We have a deep love for our dogs and puppies, and we extend that love and compassion to our clients. We are dedicated to changing the stigma around breeding by being responsible and caring breeders.
"We don't just breed; we stand behind our brand."
Why Is Temperament Testing Important?
Temperament testing is a crucial process to assess a puppy’s natural temperament, personality, and potential behavior. Breeders and animal behaviorists use this testing to “match” each puppy with the most suitable owner and environment. The evaluation helps identify their unique strengths, weaknesses, and characteristics, which can provide insights into their future behavior. This non-invasive testing is typically done when puppies are 7–12 weeks old, during their key socialization period. By understanding a puppy’s temperament early on, responsible breeders can ensure a successful and harmonious “match” with their forever home.
Stable Traits
Our evaluations focus on fourteen traits, categorized into stable and adjustable traits. Stable traits are characteristics that remain consistent throughout a dog’s life and are challenging to change through training or experiences. These traits include Assertiveness (towards humans), Motivation Level, Energy Level, Prey Drive, Human Focus, Herding Drive, Excitability/Reaction to Movement, Tender Heartedness, and Dog Friendliness. These stable traits are best accommodated or managed to ensure the dog’s well-being and a successful “match” with its owner.
Adjustable Traits
On the other hand, we also assess adjustable traits, which can be influenced and developed through proper training and socialization. These traits include Confidence, Nerve Strength/Resiliency, Touch Tolerance, Sound Sensitivity, and Sight Sensitivity. By understanding these adjustable traits, we can help shape and develop a puppy’s behavior to make them well-rounded and confident companions.
Below are some examples illustrating the preferred characteristic behaviors and potential challenges based on the type of home and work environment.
With Young Children
Desired Traits: human focus, low sight sensitivity, and low sound sensitivity
Obstacles: high prey drive, high energy, high assertiveness, low touch tolerance, low nerve strength/resiliency, extremely tenderhearted
Therapy Dog
Obstacles: high energy, high prey drive, extremely or highly tenderhearted, low touch tolerance, low nerve strength/resiliency, and low confidence
Emotional Support Animal for People with Depression and/or Anxiety
Obstacles: high energy, high prey drive, extremely or highly tenderhearted, low touch tolerance, low nerve strength/resiliency, and low confidence
Retired
Obstacles: high energy and high prey drive
