Auspicious Australian Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Brittani O., the breeder behind Auspicious Australian Shepherds located in Verndale, MN. We're a small, home-based breeding program that strives to produce a dog that the whole family can enjoy. Our puppies are bred for sound temperaments, biddability, and correct Aussie structure. Puppies come from working lines and should have the ability to perform any task you ask of them willingly. All puppies are born in our home and are handled daily. They are exposed to children and life on the farm. We love our dogs and what we do!
Q. & A. with Brittani
Why did you start breeding?
I wanted to put my passion for Aussies to good use. I am devoted to ensuring there are happy and healthy Aussies for others to enjoy, and I do so by responsibly growing my phenomenal bloodlines. It has been an absolute joy of a journey, and I am so happy to be able to share these wonderful dogs with other loving families and individuals.What makes your program special?
Auspicious Australian Shepherds is a selective breeder with a focus on temperament, biddability, and structure. My commitment is to provide you with a professional and friendly puppy-buying experience; and that includes always having responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming my puppies. In my program, beauty is a given, but producing healthy, loving, and versatile Aussies is my true goal!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are 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 Brittani
Brittani 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 $800 - $1,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Our tri-colored puppies will start at $1000 and merle puppies will be $1500. Price includes ASDR or AKC/ASCA registration, bi-weekly deworming, first set of vaccinations, and lots of socializing on our farm. Deposits are non-refundable and will be put towards the purchase price of your puppy. If the litter does not produce the puppy you are looking for, you may carry over your deposit to a future litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Brittani 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 Brittani 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 Brittani 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 Brittani.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Verndale, MN
1022 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Minneapolis−Saint Paul Airport
902 miles away
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More about Brittani
Club memberships
Brittani is a member of Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).
Brittani has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Brittani was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Brittani’s links
Brittani is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Auspicious 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
Parent dogs
Levee, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Levee
Levee is a sweet girl that also loves her people. She is very friendly and loves to be wherever you are. She enjoys visitors and is showing promise as a working stock dog. She comes from a long line of working dogs and her sire has earned many awards in the trialing ring.
Boog, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Boog
"Boog" is an energetic and goofy guy that loves his people. He was trained by my son in 4h and made it on to the MN State 4H Dog Show where he did well in obedience, rally, and agility. He as also been showing a lot of promise in the herding arena attending a few clinics. He is a great chore dog that hasn't met a stranger!
Ava, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Ava
Ava is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Brittani decided to make her part of their program. Brittani 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
Good level
Auspicious 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 Australian Shepherds.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Generalized, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 6 (NCL 6), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Cone Degeneration, Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
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).
