I'm Julie A., the breeder behind Aussie Trail Farms located in North Fort Myers, FL. We're passionate about raising well-rounded pups who will excel in any venue with their new families. We take pride in our pups. We are an in-home program where our dogs are our companions first and foremost. We are dedicated to providing each of our puppies with loving and caring forever homes. Our parents are all genetic testing. We start the potty training process before pups leave. All of our pups come microchipped, vaccinations to date, wormed, first month flea and tick and heartworm and a puppy pack with toys, food, trats and more.
Q. & A. with Julie
Why did you start breeding?
We love the Aussie breed. Our dogs have brought us so much joy and happiness that we wanted to give back to them by producing the highest quality dogs and providing them a wonderful life with wonderful families. It has been an absolute joy of a journey.
What makes your program special?
We are very proud to be breeding these incredible dogs. It is important to us that we are breeding versatile, well-rounded, socialized, and healthy pups for our buyers to welcome into their homes and hearts. Our dogs are a huge part of our lives, and we enjoy spending time with them; whether that be through completing our various day-to-day activities together or just cuddling up at night.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Miniature American Shepherd puppies include black tri and red merle. Australian Shepherd puppies include red merle and red. 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.
Chip
Went home
Male
Fade
Went home
Male
Phil
Went home
Male
Bogey
Went home
Male
Caddie
Went home
Female
Palmer
Went home
Female
Bunker
Went home
Male
Ace
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Tornado
Went home
Female
Lightning
Went home
Male
Bolt
Went home
Male
Cyclone
Went home
Male
Drizzle
Went home
Female
Breeze
Went home
Female
Cloud
Went home
Female
thunder
Went home
Male
Storm
Went home
Male
Goose
Went home
Male
Maverick
Went home
Male
Viper
Went home
Male
Iceman
Went home
Male
Carole
Went home
Female
Charlie
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Julie
Julie 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $1,550 - $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes Health certification, vaccinations, microchip, worming, First months flea and tick and heartworm, dual registration. Puppies price differs with gender, color and bloodline.”
Contract & health guarantee
Julie 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 Julie 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 Julie directly.
Aussie Trail Farms 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
All breeds
Miniature American Shepherd
Australian Shepherd
Maya, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Maya
Maya is a spunky and happy mini! She loves the outdoors, children, and other dogs. She’s very loyal and loves to cuddle. She does not like thunderstorms! Maya is very smart and very reliable!
Benny, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Benny
Benny is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Julie decided to make him part of their program. Julie 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.
Biscuit, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Biscuit
Biscuit is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Julie decided to make her part of their program. Julie 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.
Maggie, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Maggie
AKC Miniature American Shepherd. Great temperament, loving, quick learner, loves to play. Health tested panel clear.
Ryder, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Ryder
AKC/UKC miniature American Shepherd. Active in performance and obedience. Has earned many AKC titles. Advanced trick dog. Temperament tested. OFA hips and elbows completed. Well adjusted and happy dog.
Shock, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Shock
AKC
Parent health testing
Australian Shepherd
Miniature American Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Aussie Trail Farms 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.
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 Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
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.
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.
Full Embark Panel
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).