Our Sires and Dams
Our sires and dams live with families/masters, not in kennels, and our puppies are born and raised in homes, They are socialized to normal every day household noises and schedules, to other people, as we keep them in our main living area when guests come to expose them to more people. We also expose them to our inner circle of vaccinated dogs, to protect their health while also preparing them for rehoming.
It is in the best interest of our dogs to have homes where they are well loved, and best for puppies to be socialized with families from day one. We love dogs and partner with Guardian homes to breed healthy, happy puppies that are top quality for your family. And we offer that same level of support and care to our adoptive families
We breed for quality of health, temperament, and breed betterment of the breed.
All dogs in our breeding program are registered and health tested.
KODIAK (K0DI):
Male
Miniature American ShepherdAKC REGISTERED: DN78020901
Weight: 40 lbs
Location: Lindsay Ontario
Kodi is health and genetics tested. He is clear on over 253 tests; positive on one copy of the MDR1 gene -- a common gene in Aussies and Border Collies. He also has 1 copy of ALT Activity, which is not a disease or health risk, but vet should be informed to create a baseline.
To learn more about the MDR1 gene, click here
To learn more about the ALT activity gene in Kodi click here
Miss Boots:
Female
Mini American Shepherd
AKC REGISTERED: DN80189901
Weight: 25 lbs
Location: Seaforth
Miss Boots is the daughter of Hollie, a wonderful dam we retired in 2024. Hollie is a very gentle and sweet dam, unusually calm, who produced high quality pups for us. Her sire was also a very gentle and sweet dog, who tragically died after being struck by a delivery truck. We expect Miss Boots will carry on a strong line of healthy pups.
WE HAVE NO SCHEDULED LITTERS WITH MISS BOOTS AT THIS TIME.
SADIE ASPEN:
Female
Miniature American Shepherd
AKC REGISTERED: DN78020902
Weight: 20 lbs
Location: Tillsonburg
Sadie is health and genetics tested. She is clear on over 253; positive on one copy of the MDR1 gene -- a common gene in Aussies and Border Collies -- and 1 copy of ALT Activity, which is not a disease or health risk, but vet should be informed to create a baseline.
To learn more about the MDR1 gene, click here.
To learn more about the ALT activity gene, click here
Mr. WINSTON CHURCHILLl:
Male
Mini American Shepherd
AKC REGISTERED: DN77952103
Weight: 27 lbs
Age: 1 year
Location: Tillsonburg
Winston is a very handsome boy we added to our breeding program in early 2024, as a puppy under 3 months old. He has become a very affectionate and highly intelligent boy.
Winston is health and genetics tested. He is clear on 274 and has 2 notable. He has two copies of Alt Activity, which is not a disease or health risk. However, vets should be informed to create a baseline. Winston tested positive for one copy of the PDK4 Doberman Pinscher Variant 1 gene. It is not considered hereditary in Aussie-type breeds, and the occurrence of the disease is very rare. The presence of the gene is not believed to make the individual more prone to developing the disease in Aussie-type dogs. We will breed only with non-carrier females.
To learn more about the ALT activity gene, in Winston, click here.
To learn more about PDK4 (Doberman Pinscher Variant 1) click here.
WILLOW:
Female
Mini American Shepherd
AKC REGISTERED: DN78286805
Weight: 17 lbs
Location: Seaforth
WE HAVE NO SCHEDULED LITTERS WITH WILLOW AT THIS TIME.
Mr. WOLFE:
Male
Mini American Shepherd
AKC REGISTERED: DN79941801
Weight: 30 lbs
Age: 1 year
Location: Tillsonburg
Wolfe is a gentle and sweet natured boy, the son of Kodi (active) and Hollie, an exceptional female who is retired.
HEALTH GUARANTEE
Our puppies come with a one year genetic health warranty. The genetic health defect must be of such a nature that it seriously impairs the health and wellbeing of the puppy, and longevity of life. In such an event, the puppy will be replaced with a puppy of equal or similar value. There will be no refunds. Issues surrounding behaviour, do not constitute health defects, as they are influenced by training (or lack of training), and environmental factors. Training and behaviour management is the sole responsibility of adoptive owners. We do not breed dogs of unsound temperament. All reported genetic health defects must be accompanied by a veterinarian's report, and is subject to a health check by one of our veterinarians.
What adoptive families are saying:
FEEDBACK FROM OUR ADOPTIVE FAMILIES IS VERY IMPORTANT TO US! WE STRIVE TO RAISE THE BEST QUALITY PUPS POSSIBLE. WE SOCIALIZE THEM WELL AND START THE TRAINING PROCESS. WE ALSO REMAIN AVAILABLE AFTER ADOPTION TO SUPPORT OUR FAMILIES. YOUR FEEDBACK -- BOTH POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE -- HELP US BECOME THE BEST THAT WE CAN BE! WE ARE HONOURED TO REPORT THAT FEEDBACK HAS BEEN VERY POSITIVE OVER THE YEARS, RESULTING IN REPEAT CUSTOMERS AND REFERRALS.
• We've never had anyone stay available for support before, after we brought our pups home." M D •
• Now that I have [a miniature American Shepherd] I don't think I will ever get another kind." MC •
• I have a new favourite breed lol [Our mini American Shepherd] has been so good for us and [we are] so in love with him DK •
• We were just sitting around our table speaking about how grateful we are to have our boy and I figured I would reach out and send a picture. [Our puppy] has been an amazing addition to our family. He has really taken to our son and has helped him come out of his shell. I will forever be grateful to both of you for that. Thanks again for breeding such an amazing boy and agreeing to let us care for him•
• [Our puppy] is smart [...] she stops [at] every road crossing and sits and waits till we say go. She learns quickly. [We are] working on dance and say your prayers now. lol Say your prayers is just putting her front legs on my arm. She's almost got it She's so good and we love her so much. We have never had a dog like her honestly. She's amazing. Thank you again for allowing us to love her. Shes such a well behaved pup. We are so happy she chose us and we chose her •