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Welcome to SkyRyder Australian Shepherds!



Shelby Shank spending time with CH. SkyRyder's Oh So Fine, CD, DNA-CP


I have been involved with the sport of purebred dogs since the age of 8.

I fell in love with the Australian Shepherd when a transient Aussie stayed with my family for a while, on our ranch in Kansas...he was the coolest dog!

I "formally" became involved with Aussies, starting SkyRyder Australian Shepherds in 1998, with the goal of producing versatile dogs: dogs that are family pets but are still able to perform the farm functions for which the breed was created--and look good to boot!

Through careful breeding and the support of good friends, I was able to attain ASCA Hall of Fame Kennel status in 2007, and in April 2010, I was able to earn Hall of Fame Excellent status!

This site is dedicated to the breed and to the dogs I love. Please enjoy!


Clarissa Shank
ASCA Regular Breeder Judge