Integrity and excellence are the foundation of everything we do.

Integrity. Excellence. Always.

Pedigrees Matter.

Australian Shepherd dog playing outdoors on grass, playful Aussie, with a joyful expression. Blue merle. Aussie. Nikki Marenbach. Wyndcrest Aussies. Long Island. New York.

A pedigree is more than a list of names—it’s a living blueprint shaped by integrity and defined by excellence.

True quality is never accidental; it is built through principled decisions, health-conscious breeding, and an unwavering commitment to longevity, ensuring dogs that are not only beautiful in the ring, but resilient, capable, and deeply woven into the lives they touch.

Two Australian Shepherd dogs, well behaved, outdoors. Nikki Marenbach. Wyndcrest Aussies.

CH Fieldmasters Blue Isle Barnstormer (sitting) and his daughter, CH Puddinstones Miss Audacity (Wyndcrest),1982

Our Story.

We’re different. There isn’t a kennel here. We are a home, where the dogs are a valued part of the family. They sleep on the bed, jump on the couch, bark out the window at the Amazon driver, take road trips to dog shows and events, go on hiking adventures and their favorite—PupCups at Starbucks!

I’m proud that to say that I’m a third generation dog person. My grandparents raised show Collies in the 1950’s, and then my mother and I discovered our love for Aussies back in 1976—when we went to look at an Appaloosa mare for sale, and came home with a little tuft of red merle fur instead.

For myself, I’ve served on both the USASA and ASCA Board of Directors, and was a Charter BOD Member for the United States Australian Shepherd Foundation. I’ve co-chaired putting on national events as well as multitudes of regional events, and have had the privilege of titling dogs for clients and my own bred-by dogs—which have competed in conformation, performance and stock.

Aside from national winning accolades, I consider one of my greatest personal achievements as being awarded the youngest ASCA Senior Breeder Judge in history, in 1987. Nothing offers me more honor than having the trust placed in me to judge for affiliate shows and National events, over multiple countries.

So while we may be small in numbers, we aren’t short on knowledge.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions about my dogs, available pups, or the breed in general. I’m always happy to help, and even talk about other subjects — like remodeling 100 year old homes and collecting mid century modern furniture!

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Nikki Marenbach holding an Australian Shepherd puppy with blue eyes. Wyndcrest Aussies.
USASA. USASA Nationals. Brood Bitch winner. Nikki Marenbach. Wyndcrest Aussies.

USASA National 2006 | Brood Bitch Winner
AKC/ASCA CH Aristocrats Intuition, pictured with her get, AKC/ASCA CH Wyndcrest Trademark, ASCA CH Wyndcrest Capt. Jack Sparrow, BIS AKC/ASCA/CKC/UKC CH Wyndcrest Spontaneous!

Upcoming Litter - April 2026

Litter announcement poster for puppies, featuring images of Australian Shepherd and Border Collie dogs along with the names Luke and Ava, with a gold and black background decorated with lights.
A detailed dog pedigree chart for Wyndcrest, with images of a dog on the left, listing various generations and kennel titles, and a background with a green border and festive design.

A thoughtfully planned litter is expected early April 2026.

GCHS Northbay X’Sell Play It Again “Luke”
OFA Hips Excellent, OFA Elbows Normal
Eyes Normal, Full Dentition/Scissors
DNA Profile via PawPrints

Sunnyrain Extravagant “Ava”
OFA Hips Good, OFA Elbows Normal
Eyes Normal, Full Dentition/Scissors
DNA Profile via Orivet

Full copies of all health clearances on parents are available through inquiry.

All puppies will be raised in our home, receive health checks by our veterinarian, have their eyes checked by an ophthalmologist, receive puppy deworming, and receive their first puppy series vaccine.

We start all our puppies on basic leash training, potty training, crate training, and basic grooming.

All puppies will be AKC and ASCA registered and receive a written and signed health guarantee.

Pricing starts at $2,500, with special considerations given to companion homes and Juniors.

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Our Aussies.

A sampling of the many Aussies that have touched our hearts over the years…

A dog show awards ceremony with a young Australian Shepherd dog on a platform, two women, and various decorations including flowers and a pumpkin, under a tent with a banner for the Westbury Kennel Association.

Sunnyrain Extravagant, AKC ptd., Group winning

an Australian Shepherd dog with a merle coat standing outdoors on a brick pathway, trees and a cloudy sky in the background

Sunnyrain That’s Amore, resident wild child

A woman and a man stand on either side of an Australian Shepherd dog on a show platform at an award ceremony. The man holds a certificate, the woman pets the dog, which is blue merle with a white chest and legs. The background features a blue starry pattern, and there are potted flowers nearby. A sign on the platform reads 'Oakland County Kennel Club' and indicates the dog won first place in its group.

BIS AKC/ASCA/CKC/UKC CH Wyndcrest Spontaneous!

A person kneeling on one knee, dressed in a blue outfit, with a blue ribbon badge, and a black watch, is holding a leash attached to an Australian Shepherd dog. The dog is standing on grass, appears happy with its tongue out, and is looking at the person. In the background, there are blurred people and tents in a park setting on a sunny day.

MBIS AKC/ASCA/CKC/UKC/NZ CH Wyndcrest Tenacity

Australian Shepherd dog walking outside on grass during a dog show or competition.

ASCA CH Wyndcrest Capt. Jack Sparrow

A group of four people and an Australian Shepherd dog at a dog show, with a blue starry backdrop and flowers, the dog is on a platform labeled Saginaw Valley Kennel Club, and there is a black sign indicating second place in the group.

AKC/ASCA CH Wyndcrest Trademark

A young girl and a black and white dog at a dog show, with three adults standing behind them. The girl is holding the dog, which is standing on a raised platform. There is a sign in front of the dog that says 'Best of Breed or Variety' and includes the logo of the Loganport Kennel Club. A decorative carousel horse statue is to the left, and a potted plant is to the right.

AKC CH Wyndcrest Quote Me Later

A woman and an older woman in blue holding a ribbon pose with a merle Australian Shepherd on a winner's platform at an outdoor fall fair. There are pumpkins, fall leaves, and let hay bales in the background.

AKC/ASCA CH Aristocrat’s Intuition

A young woman and an older woman standing with a black and white Australian Shepherd dog at a dog show. The young woman is smiling and holding the dog's leash, while the older woman is holding a ribbon. A sign in front indicates they won first place at the Livingston Kennel Club Junior Handler event.

Heatherhill Vivacious (Junior Handling partner extraordinaire!)

A dog show scene with a woman holding an Australian Shepherd and a man holding a certificate, standing on grass with a sign that reads 'Best of Breed or Variety,' in front of orange fencing at a dog competition.

AKC/ASCA/CKC/UKC CH Cavalier’s Unbridled

A woman in a gray suit holding a camera, a young girl with curly hair kneeling beside an Australian Shepherd dog, in an outdoor park setting with trees and grass.

ASCA CH The Starduster of Puddinstone, CDX (Wyndcrest)

A woman kneeling on a dark mat holding a blue ribbon, next to a merle Australian Shepherd dog, with another woman in a military uniform sitting beside the dog.

ASCA CH Briarbrooks La Contessa, CDX, STDs

Nutrition.

Side profile of an Australian Shepherd dog with a merle coat pattern, looking to the left against a light blue background.

We believe you are what you eat.

For nearly 20 years, we have fed the Champion Petfoods brand of Acana, which delivers unparalleled quality in a variety of formulas, evident in our glossy coats, bright eyes and overall well-being.

Champion Petfoods Food Philosophy:

“We specialize in making foods that are Biologically Appropriate to nourish as nature intended, and we believe in doing whatever it takes to help pets thrive and reach the peak of their natural potential for a lifetime.”

We whole-heartedly recommend Champion Petfoods for any lifestage.

Our Favorite Things.

Woman sitting on park bench with two Australian Shepherd dogs, one sitting on the ground, the other lying across her lap, outdoors with green trees and a brick building in the background.

We believe in buying quality products that do what they say they’ll do. You’re far better off to buy something that works vs. repeatedly buying something cheap that falls apart or doesn’t live up to it’s hype.

Here are some of our tried and true favorites.

Say Hello.

We know there are a lot of choices out there. The decision to add a family member is a big one. Aussies typically have a life span of 12-15 years and you should plan on making a lifelong commitment before getting one — or any companion for that matter.

However, we do also understand that sometimes life just happens. You can rest assured knowing that for the lifetime of your companion, if you need to re-home them, you can return them — no questions asked.

We also want to be clear that we expect your companion from us to be a part of your family — live in the house, have an active lifestyle, receive quality nutrition and vet care as needed.

When you acquire a companion from us, you are also getting a lifetime of knowledge and resources at your fingertips. We are always available to talk through training methods, grooming tips and tricks and overall well-being.

If you think you might want to try your hand at showing or competing in performance, we can certainly help you — no matter where you are located! We have resources and recommendations nearly everywhere.

We don’t believe in co-ownership. And neither should you. Many breeders will only place puppies with a strict contract where they remain a legal owner. We don’t believe in that. What we do believe in is properly vetting our companion homes for consideration, which includes talking about housing, training, expectations and goals — your overall lifestyle and how your new companion is a part of that.

When you acquire an Aussie from us, you aren’t just getting a companion — you become part of our family.

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A happy Australian Shepherd dog playing in a water sprinkler on a sunny day, with water spray and green grass in the background.

Your Questions, Answered

The short answer is yes. Aussies are a double-coated breed, with a longer top coat that helps protect against inclement weather, and a shorter, downy under coat that helps insulate from the heat and cold. They do require regular brushing and combing to keep the coat and skin healthy, and keep the shedding to a minimum.

Do Aussies shed?

How often can I bathe my Aussie?

When using quality bathing products, your Aussie can be bathed weekly if necessary. Typically, you’ll find their weather-proof-ish coat to be quite resilient and bathing once a month will help keep them feeling fresh, as well help remove any dead coat when they are shedding.

When can I start obedience training my puppy?

Right away! Aussies are very smart and truly enjoy learning. We recommend starting out in a Puppy Kindergarten class, followed up with basic obedience training. It’s extremely important that you also know how to correctly give the commands you are trying to teach, so a class environment not only offers you one-on-one guidance from a trainer, but also gives your puppy important socialization skills.

Do I need to crate my puppy?

Absolutely. Crate training begins with us, but when you take your puppy home, you’ll need a safe environment for them to sleep, eat and just have quiet time. Think of a crate as their den — their bedroom. It’s a safe place where they can relax, which is extremely helpful when you need to leave them at home while you run errands and not worry about them getting hurt or chewing on your favorite shoes. That being said, a crate is not a baby-sitter, but rather a necessary tool in providing a happy and healthy environment.

What is all this DNA business about?

Reputable breeders DNA test their dogs to protect the integrity of their breeding program and, more importantly, the future of the puppies they produce. Genetic testing helps identify inherited conditions before they can be passed on, allowing breeders to make informed, responsible choices that prioritize health, soundness and longevity. It’s a proactive commitment to producing dogs that don’t just look exceptional, but live long, healthy lives.

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