Collins | Female - Black Tri Australian Mountain Dog (PINK)

Collins | Female - Black Tri Australian Mountain Dog (PINK)

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Collins.

Black Tricolor Female · Australian Mountain Dog

BornApril 17, 2026
BreedAustralian Mountain Dog
~63% Australian Shepherd · ~37% Bernese
CollarPink
ParentsValli × Mack
Estimated Adult Size45–65 lbs
Color / MarkingsBlack Tricolor
Coat TypeUnfurnished · Traditional double coat
Sheds seasonally
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Key Dates

17 April 2026Date of Birth
Late May 2026Temperament Assessment · Volhard Puppy Aptitude Test at approximately 6 to 7 weeks of age, translated into the Stokeshire 12-trait framework
31 May 2026Match Day · families select in waitlist priority order · About Match Day
12 June 2026Go-Home Day · standard pickup for families not enrolled in training
12 June 2026Doodle School Begins · 4-week structured training program · Details
10 July 2026Doodle School Go-Home · trained puppy delivered to family at approximately 12 weeks
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Lineage & Genetics

DamValli "Blue" · 100% Australian Shepherd, Embark verified · 46 lb · bright, loyal, athletic disposition · Embark Profile
SireMack · 74% Bernese Mountain Dog, 26% Australian Shepherd, Embark verified · 87 lb · classic Bernese steadiness · Embark Profile
GenerationMultigenerational Australian Mountain Dog · a Bernese-dominant Australian Mountain Dog sire bred to a purebred Australian Shepherd dam
Breed Composition~63% Australian Shepherd · ~37% Bernese Mountain Dog. The Australian Mountain Dog is an unfurnished cross that pairs Bernese steadiness and structure with Australian Shepherd intelligence and working drive. This pairing leans toward the Australian Shepherd side, producing a medium, athletic frame. There is no Poodle in this pairing.
Expected COIVery low (eCOI ~2%) · because Valli and Mack share little recent ancestry, this pairing produces a meaningful drop in effective COI, which tends to correlate with longevity and vigor. Embark recommends testing individual puppies, as actual COI varies per dog.
Color GeneticsBlack Tricolor (m/m) · Collins expresses the traditional tricolor pattern, a black base with copper-tan points and white trim. She does not carry the merle allele. The pattern presents at birth and tends to remain stable as the adult coat matures.
Coat GeneticsUnfurnished · the Australian Mountain Dog carries a straight to slightly wavy, unfurnished double coat. This produces the fuller, weather-ready coat characteristic of Mountain Dogs. It is a shedding coat and is not bred as a lower-shedding or allergy-friendly line.
Genetic Health Screening · This Pairing

Both parents Embark DNA tested and clear on all 15 breed-relevant genetic conditions screened, including Degenerative Myelopathy, MDR1 Drug Sensitivity, Hereditary Cataracts, Collie Eye Anomaly, and von Willebrand Disease Type I.

Because both Valli and Mack are clear, no puppy from this pairing is expected to be affected by, or to be a new carrier of, any screened condition. Each family receives full DNA results on their puppy.

MDR1 Drug Sensitivity is associated with Australian Shepherd ancestry and affects how certain medications are processed. Because both parents are clear, no puppy from this pairing can be affected. Families should still inform their veterinarian of the breed background so medication protocols can be confirmed.

Predicted litter eCOI is approximately 2%, a meaningful drop from either parent's individual COI. Lower effective COI generally correlates with hybrid vigor and long-term health.

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Temperament Assessment

Collins was evaluated using the Volhard Puppy Aptitude Test at approximately 6 to 7 weeks of age. Scores have been translated into the Stokeshire 12-trait temperament framework to help families understand her natural disposition and identify the right home match.

Energy Level pending. Energy Level is recorded by the evaluator as a separate observation (Volhard column T) rather than from the formal test battery. Replace the Energy Level descriptor and bar width with Katie's observation, then delete this notice.
AssertivenessModerate
Soft and yielding in social interaction, follows rather than leads
ConfidenceModerate-High
Approaches new experiences with calm curiosity, assesses before engaging
MotivationModerate
Cooperative and willing, accepts guidance without resistance
Nerve StrengthModerate-High
Recovers from mild stress at a measured pace, settles without lingering worry
Touch ToleranceModerate-High
Comfortable with handling and gentle restraint, settled easily under contact
Energy LevelPending
Energy Level is recorded by the evaluator as a separate observation; pending entry.
Sound SensitivityModerate
Notices and processes sound, returns to baseline within seconds
Sight SensitivityModerate
Aware of movement, processes visual stimuli without strong response
Prey DriveModerate-High
Some interest in movement with a calm, balanced response
Human FocusModerate
Aware of her handler, engages gently when invited
TenderheartedModerate
Warm and steady, emotionally present and softly forgiving
Dog FriendlinessObserved Separately
Assessed via controlled introduction outside the formal evaluation
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About Collins

Collins carries a classic black tricolor coat, a black base with copper-tan points and white trim. Her markings are clean and traditional with no merle.

Her temperament assessment reads as the gentlest in the litter. She approached people softly, followed rather than led, and settled easily under handling, meeting novelty with calm curiosity rather than drive.

A softer, steadier profile like Collins tends to settle quickly into a household's rhythm. She often thrives in calm, stable homes that offer patient routines and a moderate, predictable activity level.

Gentlest Profile in the LitterSoft, yielding, and quick to settle
Calm Under HandlingSettled easily and recovered calmly through the tests
Classic Black TricolorBlack base with copper-tan points and white trim
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Ideal Home for Collins

Collins's assessment reads as the gentlest in the litter, a softer, steadier profile that tends to settle easily. A puppy like her often thrives in calm, stable homes with patient routines and a moderate, predictable activity level.

Active families who include their dog in daily walks, hikes, training, or adventures
Owners committed to ongoing structured training and early socialization
Households with the capacity to provide daily mental and physical engagement
Families comfortable with a shedding, weather-ready double coat and weekly brushing
Owners with prior dog experience or a strong commitment to early development through Doodle School
Homes where she can be a participant rather than an observer of daily life
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Coat & Size

Coat TypeTraditional double coat (unfurnished) · the Australian Mountain Dog carries a straight to slightly wavy double coat, medium length, with soft feathering on the legs, chest, tail, and ears. There is no Poodle ancestry and no curl or doodle furnishings.
SheddingModerate · with seasonal coat blow typical of double-coated mountain and herding breeds. The Australian Mountain Dog is a shedding breed and is not bred as a lower-shedding or allergy-friendly line. Families with significant allergies should consider a furnished Doodle program instead.
GroomingWeekly brushing with occasional bathing, and more frequent brushing during seasonal shed. No professional clipping is required, which is the practical advantage of the traditional coat over a furnished doodle coat.
ColorBlack Tricolor · Black Tricolor. Markings may shift subtly as the coat matures.
Estimated Adult Size45–65 lbs · reflecting Mack's Bernese frame combined with Valli's Aussie build. Individual puppies will vary based on structure and growth curve.
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What Is an Australian Mountain Dog?

The Australian Mountain Dog is a cross between the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Australian Shepherd. The pairing is designed to unite two complementary qualities: the calm, devoted temperament and substantial structure of the Bernese, and the working intelligence, trainability, and environmental engagement of the Australian Shepherd.

Unlike the Australian Mountain Doodle, the Australian Mountain Dog does not include Poodle and is unfurnished. It carries a traditional double coat that sheds seasonally, rather than the furnished, lower-shedding coat of a Doodle. Families choose the Australian Mountain Dog for the classic Mountain Dog appearance and the steadiness of the Bernese and Aussie cross, without the weekly grooming demands of a doodle coat.

This Valli x Mack litter leans toward the Australian Shepherd side, landing in a medium, athletic frame around 45 to 65 pounds. The temperament range benefits from both lines: cognitive engagement and drive from the Aussie, emotional balance and devotion from the Bernese, right-sized for active modern family life.

Learn more about the Australian Mountain Dog breed →

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Next Steps

ApplySubmit an application to be considered for this litter · Apply Now
PricingPlacement fees, training, and delivery options · Puppy Pricing
ProcessStep-by-step walkthrough from application to go-home · How It Works
Doodle School4-week structured early training program · Program Details
BootcampA la carte intensive training at $200/day, scheduled around your go-home date · Program Details
TransportNationwide and international delivery options · Transport Options
Health GuaranteeStokeshire's health commitment and coverage terms · Health Guarantee
Breed InfoFull breed overview for the Australian Mountain Dog · Breed Page
Litter PageFull litter overview, waitlist, and parent DNA · Valli × Mack Litter
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Assessment Disclaimer

Collins's temperament scores are based on the Volhard Puppy Aptitude Test conducted at approximately 6 to 7 weeks of age, translated into the Stokeshire 12-trait framework. Scores reflect her first natural response and are intended to inform family matching. They are not guarantees of future behavior, trainability, or disposition.

Each puppy is an individual shaped by genetics, environment, and training. Stokeshire Designer Doodles does not guarantee temperament, adult size or weight, coat characteristics, or shedding levels. The Australian Mountain Dog is an unfurnished, shedding breed and is not represented as lower-shedding or hypoallergenic. Coat outcomes may shift with age, grooming practices, and seasonal cycles.

Families are encouraged to invest in ongoing positive-reinforcement training, socialization, and veterinary care to support their puppy's development. By selecting a Stokeshire puppy, you acknowledge and accept these terms.

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