About: Natural Life Ranch
At Natural Life Ranch, we raise our Australian Shepherds the way nature intended—with love, purpose, and holistic care. Our dogs are more than just pets—they’re family, and they are raised as such from the very beginning.
Our story began with a dream. I have always loved the Australian Shepherd breed, and after suffering burns on 30% of my body during a fire on our property, my husband felt strongly that God was calling him to help fulfill that dream. After much research, prayer, and care, we found the perfect family dogs to begin this journey with us.
What sets our program apart is our commitment to natural, ethical, and holistic breeding. As a certified holistic pet practitioner, I use gentle, natural methods to support our dogs’ health—without chemicals, unnecessary medications, or procedures like tail docking or dewclaw removal. Our parent dogs are genetically tested, and our puppies are raised on a raw diet to give them the strongest foundation in life.
We believe dogs deserve to be raised as nature intended: whole, healthy, and deeply bonded with their people.
Each day on the ranch starts with our children helping feed and care for our dogs. They spend their days playing outside together, learning side by side. Our twins are especially involved—they love training and bonding with our dogs, and it’s a joy to watch their connection grow. At night, some of our dogs are tucked into crates, others sleep beside our beds, their hearts slowing as they feel the warmth and comfort of our presence. We believe that closeness—both physical and emotional—is essential, not just for humans, but for dogs too.
We look for adopters who share this vision. Our ideal families are those who love the breed, are open to learning about holistic rearing, and value natural wellness—people who want to avoid excessive vaccinations, routine surgeries, and chemical-based treatments. We stay connected with our puppy families for life, offering guidance and support whenever they need it. To us, every adopter becomes part of our extended family.
If you believe that dogs should be raised with intention, integrity, and love, we invite you to join the Natural Life Ranch family.
What is a Natural Rearing Breeder?
A “natural rearing breeder” is a dog or cat breeder who focuses on raising their animals as close to their natural wild state as possible, prioritizing a raw diet, minimal vaccinations, holistic health practices, and a focus on providing a natural environment to promote optimal health and well-being, rather than relying heavily on commercial pet food and conventional veterinary treatments; essentially, aiming to breed animals with the best possible health by mimicking their ancestral lifestyle.
Key points about natural rearing breeders:
- Diet:
Primarily feed their animals a raw diet, consisting of uncooked meat, bones, and organs, mirroring what their wild ancestors would eat. - Vaccinations:
May opt for a reduced vaccination schedule or use only titer testing to determine the need for vaccinations.• • Holistic healthcare:
Utilize alternative therapies like acupuncture, herbal remedies, and aromatherapy alongside conventional veterinary care when necessary.
- Environmental enrichment:
Provide ample space for exercise, natural stimuli, and opportunities for mental stimulation. - Genetic selection:
Carefully choose breeding pairs with a strong health history, focusing on minimizing the risk of inherited diseases.
Why choose a natural rearing breeder:
- Potential for better health:
By prioritizing a natural lifestyle, these breeders aim to raise dogs and cats with fewer health issues compared to those raised on traditional methods.
• • Ethical concerns:
Some people prefer natural rearing practices due to concerns about the potential negative effects of commercial pet food and certain vaccination protocols
Standard, Miniature & Toy
Australian Shepherd
General Appearance
The Australian Shepherd is a well-balanced dog, no matter whether Standard, Miniature or Toy. He is attentive and animated, showing strength and stamina combined with unusual agility. Slightly longer than tall, he has a coat of moderate length and coarseness with coloring that offers variety and individuality in each specimen. In each sex, masculinity or femininity is well defined.
Size
Standard: Height for both male and female is 18 inches up to 23 inches at the top of the withers.
Miniature: Height for both male and female is 14 inches up to 18 inches at the top withers.
Toy: Height for both male and female is 10 inches up to 14 inches at the top of the withers.
Character
The Australian Shepherd is intelligent, primarily a working dog of strong herding and guardian instincts. He is an exceptional companion. He is versatile and easily trained, performing his assigned tasks with great style and enthusiasm.
The head is clean cut, strong and dry. Overall size should be in proportion to the body. The muzzle is equal in length or slightly shorter than the back skull. Expression – Showing attentiveness and intelligence, alert and eager. Gaze should be keen but friendly. Eyes are brown, blue, amber or any variation or combination thereof, including flecks and marbling. Almond shaped eyes! The blue merles and blacks have black pigmentation on eye rims. the red merles and reds have liver (brown) pigmentation on eye rims. Ears are triangular, of moderate size and leather, set high on the head. At full attention they break forward and over, or to the side as a rose ear.
Coat
Of medium texture, straight to slightly wavy, weather resistant, of moderate length with an undercoat. The quantity of undercoat varies with climate. Hair is short and smooth on the head, outside ears, front of forelegs and below the hocks. Backs of forelegs are moderately feathered; breeches are moderately full. There is a moderate mane and frill, more pronounced in males than females.
Color
All colors are strong, clear and rich. The colors are blue merle, red (liver) merle, solid black and solid red (liver) and with or without white markings and/or tan (copper) points with no order of preference.
Grooming
Most dirt and mud can just brush right off the coat of an Aussie. The coat is low maintenance and very beautiful especially in the sunlight where it shines! To keep it gorgeous weekly brushing will help with tangle, dander and dust. We recommend a large slicker brush which usually does a good job. Smaller brush for puppies and be gentle, this is a bonding experience. Every other week toenail clipping and teeth cleaning should be your grooming routine.
Natural Life Ranch - Owner Stories
Steven H.
Verified owner · Apr. 2026
Scout
Stephanie and her family are amazing in so many ways. My lil pup Scout is an angel and was raised with love and care! From communication to delivery of my puppy, Natural Life Ranch has exceeded my expectations with this process. I wouldn’t go anywhere else for a new puppy.
Robert M.
Verified owner · May 2025
Lincoln
Stephanie was extremely responsive and accommodating. I had some personal items to take care of before receiving Lincoln and Stephanie from Natural Life Ranch was more than accepting and worked with me to provide the best place for Lincoln. She answered all of my numerous questions quickly and has been so supportive as I get my first dog.
Abbey M.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
Disco
Stephanie was very responsive and helpful- every step of the process was easy! She gave us lots of information about the puppy, the breed, and tips on how to raise a healthy, happy pup! We were thankful to find a breeder who responsibly breeds and shares the genetic profiles of the parents and keeps the puppies tails and dew claws intact. We especially appreciated that she also went out of her way to bring our puppy out to get exposure to cats before we brought him home and sent us extra photos of their outings. We would definitely adopt a puppy from Stephanie again and recommend her to friends.
Diana Y.
Verified owner · Nov. 2023
Ryder
Stephanie from Natural Life Ranch was great with communication and I couldn’t dream of a sweeter pup! Ryder was even more beautiful in person and has a warm and loving personality. So far we’ve been having fun settling in a going on lots of hikes.
Kyle M.
Verified owner · June 2025
Willow
Working with Stephanie was truly a great experience from beginning to end. She was incredibly responsive, patient, and always willing to answer our many questions. Even as experienced dog owners, we really appreciated the thoughtful advice and insights she shared throughout the process. It’s clear that she’s passionate about her dogs and goes above and beyond to ensure they’re placed with the right families. We brought home Willow, a beautiful blue Merle Mini Australian Shepherd with striking multicolored eyes. She’s energetic, fun, and full of personality—exactly what we were hoping for in a puppy. Willow came to us happy, healthy and already comfortable with being handled, which is a testament to the care and attention she received before joining our family. We couldn’t be happier with our experience and would absolutely recommend Stephanie to anyone looking for a responsible, knowledgeable, and caring breeder. Her dedication to her dogs and the families they go to really sets her apart.
Kendra S.
Verified owner · Apr. 2025
Teddy
Stephanie was so responsive and knowledgeable about the breed and helping me with better food choices for my own dogs and puppies. You can tell she really cares about her dogs and puppies. She stayed in touch and sent me regular updates about my puppy. Good Dog made the process so easy. I’m glad I got to meet Stephanie and become part of the Natural Life Ranch family.
Jing C.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
Ghost
I had an incredible experience with Stephanie as my breeder. She communicates exceptionally well, always answering my questions as soon as she can. It’s clear she genuinely cares about her puppies—Ghost came to me happy, healthy, and well taken care of (she’s adorably chubby!). The entire process was seamless. Stephanie checked in to make sure I had everything I needed, provided guidance on feeding and training, and made sure I felt fully prepared. Her dedication and support make her a 10/10 breeder. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a well-raised and loved puppy!
Natural Life Ranch Available Puppies $2200
Available Older Dogs $1800
The Parents
New Litters Planned for this Summer (Wynter's Pack)
Contact Us
(530)407-8210
naturalliferanch@gmail.com
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