Atherney
Meet the breeder
I'm Brittany V., the breeder behind Atherney located in Trenton, FL. Our breeding program is new and small. We focus on making healthy well mannered pets with a drive to please. We test for genetic conditions and skeletal structure.
Q. & A. with Brittany
Why did you start breeding?
We have been raising Aussies since 2009. Seeing the differences in the programs when we adopted we wanted to learn more. After attending a few confirmation shows we knew we wanted to get involved in the growth of the Miniature American Shepherd breed.What makes your program special?
Our whole family is involved in the program. From socializing to toy choice our pups have a variety of experiences from the get go. We keep our dogs together in a 3 acre yard with constant access to the house. This means we are constantly aware of any temperament issues in the pack as a whole.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red tri-color, black tri, red merle, and blue merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Brittany
Brittany 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 $500 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“We register, microchip, deworm, and start vaccinations before puppies go home. A deposit helps us get your puppy ready and supplied to go home. It can be transferred to a different puppy if a better match is available.”
Contract & health guarantee
Brittany 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 Brittany 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 Brittany directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Brittany.
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Puppy pick-up locations
Meet in Trenton, FL
More about Brittany
Brittany has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Brittany was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Brittany’s links
Brittany is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Atherney 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
Parent dogs
Demi, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Demi
Demi is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Brittany decided to make her part of their program. Brittany 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.
Bitty, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Bitty
Bitty is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Brittany decided to make her part of their program. Brittany 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Atherney 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 Miniature American 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.
Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Neuroaxonal Dystrophy NAD, DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC)
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).
