English Shepherds are a unique and rare breed of farm collie. Consistency in training and having clear rules and a confident leader are key to reaching your goal of being master of a dog that is a pleasure to own, a wonderful family pet and full working farm partner. English Shepherds are wonderful all purpose farm dogs but some can also thrive in active urban homes. They can herd, guard & be loyal companions. One of their greatest traits is their natural ability to think independently and problem solve. For more info please visit: http://www.englishshepherd.org/ 
- Roxie spring 2007
Peaslee’s Maplebrook Roxie – DOB 12/15/2004
Breeder: Mary Peaslee Owner: Sherie McMullen
duel registered UKC & ESC – OFA Good
MDR1 - NEG/NEG
Roxie joined our family in February 2005, she is out of Peaslee’s Penelope Ravenpaw from Shepherds Way, owned by Mary Peaslee; http://www.englishshepherds.net/ Her sire is ‘PR’ Porter’s Cyrus Jim, now named Dance and owned by Connie DeBusschere; http://www.snowyriverenglishshepherds.com/ .
Roxie is patient and kind. She is quick to learn what we want and is always watching us with her expressive eyes. She is gentle with the chickens, but determined to keep them in their pen. She is dominant over Tucker our male ES, she is the leader in their relationship and has refused to accept him as a stud. She loves people and rarely barks – except when she is herding sheep! Then she is very vocal. I am told this will tone down as she becomes more experienced. She is a lovely example of the devotion these dogs show towards their family.
Tucker in the snow Dec. 2008
Windshadow’s Maplebrook Tucker DOB 2/8/2006
Breeder: Diana Bratton Owner: Sherie McMullen
Dual registered: ESC & UKC OFA -Excellent
MDR1 - NEG/NEG
Tucker became part of our family in Nov. 2006. He is a very different example of the English Shepherd breed. His build is much stockier and more powerful than Roxie’s sleek form. His face is blocky compared to Roxie’s long nose and more feminine features. He is just over 2 years old and is coming into his own. He took a little longer to mature than Roxie (could be a boy thing, LOL) He is now my daugher’s constant companion, helping her with chores each day. He has started herding sheep at nearby Packleader Farm and has a natural instinct for it. He has a good “grip” which in my novice understanding of herding means he bites the sheep correctly in order to control them. It has definately been worth the wait for him to mature and take life more seriously. He is a devoted member of our farm and a great guard dog.
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- Tucker in the snow Dec. 2008
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- Roxie spring 2007
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- Tucker 5 months spring 2007
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- Beth and Roxie
January 22, 2009 at 9:40 pm
After reading your grp email, I clicked on here. Wow!! Tucker and Nicki are really the same type and color except that she has small blaze up her face. She is a chunky one with substantial bone and also a blocky head. Good to find another similar ES. Now does personality follow type?
March 15, 2009 at 11:11 pm
I didn’t realize you are the same lady who gave my older kids farm classes 5 years ago!! I have a daughter who is 5 still, but I am afraid I will forget to call you next spring….do you send out reminder notices for sign ups?
Thanks,
Rebecca
October 13, 2009 at 3:34 pm
Sheri,
I am trying to find your online application
if it is still available. I did print a hard
copy some time ago and will mail that if it is
acceptable.
My daughter Casie was in a youth group with your daughter and Janna Miles last year. She actually heard about your puppies through the girls after you had corresponded
a few times.
Since we are so close I wondered if it would be acceptable to pay you and the puppy
family a visit at your convenience. I think
it would be good for you to meet all of us
and have a chance to interview us in person.
I hope this works out for you and look forward to meeting you. Feel free to call
if it is convenient for you.
Thank you for the e-mails and pictures.
John Lively and Family
November 10, 2009 at 8:28 pm
What cute dogs! I just love my english shepherd and I’m an absolute breed convert now…
January 14, 2010 at 12:01 am
Sherie,
I have been admiring how Tucker has grown into such a lovely ES.
What is his pedigree?
October 25, 2010 at 8:15 pm
Greetings Sherie,
I am currently researching the English Shepherd breed to enlist as a member into our small farm. We are not necessarily in the market yet, but would like to actually meet somebody who has these dogs in a farm setting. I would like to observe their herding style and get to know their personality and temperament.
I currently live North of Spokane but will be traveling to Marrowstone Island this Wednesday 10/27 to winterize our place there. I would be grateful for the opportunity to visit with you about this breed and see if it would be an appropriate dog for our family.
Thank You,
Dean
September 23, 2011 at 11:19 pm
Hi, I would like to talk about, and/or get on your list for Spring 2012 puppies. I’m searching for an English Shepherd now and if I could choose what state I found my new friend it would be Washington, since there are no breeders in my state, CA.
Thank you.
Kathy
September 24, 2011 at 6:13 am
Hi Kathy, I will send you an email and we can chat……sherie
October 1, 2011 at 9:26 am
Hi there! Looks like you are going to have puppies in 2012? I’m looking for an ES for my 20 acre farm on Whidbey. Primarily as a guardian dog for chickens, ducks, turkeys, pigs etc…Don’t have anything bovine-related for them to herd (at least at the moment). But understand they are a great all-around farm dogs which is what we need. Thank you!
October 17, 2011 at 6:23 am
Hi Georgie,
Sorry it took a couple weeks to respond to your comment. Yes, we plan to breed and have puppies late spring 2012. I would be happy to put you on the wait list to be contacted in 2012 when pups are on the way. I do have an application process, but look forward to speaking to you on the phone as well. You are correct, ES’ are a great all-around farm dog. And, I am always happy when my pups get to stay in WA. sherie
November 28, 2011 at 7:13 pm
Hello, I have been doing some research on the ES breed and I’m trying to find out if this breed would be well suited for a family lifestyle. We do not own a farm so the dog wouldn’t be ‘working’ and I’m worried that a daily walk might not be enough excersise. Could you please let me know if you agree/dissagree?
Thx! Karen
November 28, 2011 at 8:04 pm
Hi Karen,
Thanks for your interest in English Shepherds. I will send you an email with some links in case you have not found my recommended sites yet. In short, I have placed puppies in pet homes…I go through a matching process and choose the puppy that best meets your needs based on an application you fill out. I would never place a pup with a high interest in stock in a pet home, but I have had some laid back, relaxed puppies who had little or no interest in stock and have done well placed with families with an active life style. These intelligent, independent thinking, problem solving dogs need to have a job of some sort….This is all covered in my interview and application process….hth, sherie