Blackgold

Blackgold, Australian shepherds, Claremore, OK, in the Green Country region near Tulsa.

Gary Waag has focused on breeding Australian shepherds for over a decade. Blackgold adheres to recommended health screenings for hips, elbows, and eye certifications, maintaining registrations with national breed clubs.

Puppies are raised in a home setting alongside the family, receiving daily handling, exposure to children, and supervised visits with other household pets to foster well-rounded temperaments. Outdoor access on secure pastures adjacent to the family residence supports early development of strength and confidence. Their breeding stock includes dogs from established working lines valued for stability, intelligence, and herding drive.

Many young dogs have participated in local herding trials while others offer therapy support during community visits. Daily routines and adult dogs can be easily observed in their typical environment to help assess compatibility with different home and lifestyle needs.