I'm Diane T., the breeder behind 4T Toy and Mini Australian Shepherds located in Morganfield, KY. We do our best to breed with total care by primarily focusing on raising healthy, affectionate, and loyal companions. As a result of our efforts, we’re positive our puppies will become perfect family members and add just as much joy to your life as they have ours!
Q. & A. with Diane
Why did you start breeding?
Our love of the breed is what got us into breeding for an exceptional pet for your family to enjoy as much as ours does.
What makes your program special?
Our dogs are literally a part of our family. Puppies are raised in our home and loved from day one.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black tri, blue merle, red merle, and red tri. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Tucker
Went home
Male
Tally
Went home
Female
Theo
Went home
Male
Kristoff
Went home
Male
Sven
Went home
Male
Elsa
Went home
Female
Princess
Went home
Female
Snowflake
Went home
Female
Anna
Went home
Female
Olaf
Went home
Male
Queen Iduna
Went home
Female
Hans
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Diane
Diane has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $200 non-refundable deposit and between $600 - $1,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“All puppies will go home on a regular deworming schedule and will have all age appropriate shots before going to their furever homes. Deposit required to hold your puppy until it is ready to go to their furever home. Once puppy is ready to go home and you have been contacted we have a two week time to arrange pickup.”
Contract & health guarantee
Diane may provide a written contract or
health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps
protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you
both have a clear understanding of the terms of your
puppy purchase. If Diane offers a contract
or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them.
If you have any questions or want to know more,
don’t hesitate to reach out to Diane directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Extras
Initial potty training
Toys
Food & treats
Registration
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Diane.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Morganfield, KY
573 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Evansville Airport
547 miles away
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More about Diane
Diane has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Diane was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Diane is a trusted Good Dog breeder
4T Toy and Mini Australian Shepherds meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies
Litter and program updates
Diane T.
Litter update on 08 Feb. •
Have you ever tried to take pictures of 9 puppies at once???
Pistol and Annie's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Toy Australian Shepherd
Pistol, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Pistol
Pistol is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Diane decided to make him part of their program. Diane has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Annie, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Annie
Annie is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Diane decided to make her part of their program. Diane has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Riley, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Riley
This fun loving female of ours is my youngest son’s side kick. There isn’t a place she won’t go with him. She loves riding shotgun on the console so she can see out. She loves to play fetch and will bring you all the socks your kids leave laying around.
Rip, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Rip
This sweetheart is the king of snuggling on the couch. He has too blue eyes and the sweetest soul. If you lose him for long you better start checking beds because you can guarantee he has found the softest one.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
4T Toy and Mini Australian Shepherds reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Toy Australian Shepherds.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Diane to bring home their puppies.
Theresa G.
Verified owner · May 2025
Diane helped make our new addition to the family great. Anna was very calm for the 8 hours we were in the car. She gets along with everyone. Definitely a sweet addition to our family