Aussies Acre

Melissa M.

Breeder of Miniature Australian Shepherds and Aussiedoodles

  • Copperas Cove, TX
  • Responds within a few hours

Upcoming litters

Maximillian
Lulu Grace

Expected Aussiedoodle litter

Due July 2026

Ready Sept. 26

Meet the breeder

I'm Melissa M., the breeder behind Aussies Acre located in Copperas Cove, TX. My sire and dams are health tested, registered, highly intelligent, beautiful and very loving! Both parents and puppies are nurtured inside of an active home that is filled with the noises of children, chores, pets, and everyday life.🙂.

Q. & A. with Melissa

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I began breeding in 2020 and continue to co-own the smaller program in east Texas. ❤️ It was so easy to fall in love with Aussies..😂😁 but, I adore this breed for their versatility. They are amazingly multi-talented animals who continue to impress me with their agility, focus, stamina and understanding!

  • What makes your program special?

    My program is special because I can match you with the puppy personality to suit your lifestyle, and provide you with additional training support. Our house is very lively, as is the outdoor space, providing a safe and fun loving environment for puppies to thrive. I have children of all ages who allow me an amazing opportunity for puppy socialization as well. ✅️🐾🥰

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include tiny and miniature sizes. Aussiedoodle puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include blue merle, black tri, red tri, and red merle. Aussiedoodle puppies include brown and white, apricot, sable, red merle, and red tri-color. 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.

Getting a puppy from Melissa

Melissa has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Melissa partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“I take great care in placing the right puppy with the right family! I've specifically developed my line to be family friendly and easy to train. Your puppy will arrive with everything that they need to be comfortable, and a lot of love to give! ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $3,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes ASDR registration, first vaccinations, worming, grooming, early training and socialization. Transition food and at home training support will be provided to you as well. 🙂. Deposits are required to place a puppy on hold. If your circumstances should change, I will need to start over on his/her placement process after valuable time has been lost.”

Contract & health guarantee

Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • 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
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Food & treats
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melissa.

Breeder's location

Meet in Copperas Cove, TX

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Austin–Bergstrom Airport

Meet in Dallas, TX

More about Melissa

  • Club memberships

    Melissa is a member of American Kennel Club.

  • Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years

    Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Melissa’s links

Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Aussies Acre 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

Parent dogs

All breeds

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Poodle

Parent health testing

Aussiedoodle

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Aussies Acre 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 Aussiedoodles.

  • PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)

    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 Melissa to bring home their puppies.

  • Jose U.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    Melissa was great she answer every question I had and was very helpful and made the process super easy! I love my new puppy and would 100% recommend her if your looking for a new addition to your family!

    Maximiliane S.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    I can wholeheartedly recommend Melissa von Tank as a breeder of Australian Shepherds. From the very first conversation, she was incredibly kind, patient, and genuinely supportive. It’s immediately clear how much dedication and responsibility she brings to her work. Melissa’s knowledge of Australian Shepherds is exceptional — from health and genetics to temperament, training, and the specific needs of this intelligent and active breed. She takes the time to explain everything thoroughly and answers every question with calm confidence and true expertise. What I appreciated most was her honest, transparent communication and the deep care she shows for both her dogs and the families they go to. The wellbeing of her animals is always her top priority, and you can feel that in every interaction. If you’re looking for an Australian Shepherd from a responsible, knowledgeable, and truly caring breeder, you couldn’t be in better hands than with Melissa.

    Sabrina J.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    Melissa was so helpful and responsive. She was very knowledgeable about the litter!! You can tell she truly cares about these dogs 🫶🏼 She always stayed in touch and kept me updated with photos about my little girl. Meet Maisie Mae 🥹❤️

  • B N.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2026

    Melissa set me up with the best dog i’ve ever had. We got Kirby around Christmas time and he truly is the best. Melissa was very responsive and has kept in touch since. 10/10 highly reccomend.

    Dean

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    My wife and I were very pleased with Melissa. She was very attentive and responsive to our questions. She would consistently post updates for our puppy and she made the whole process very seamless. We really appreciated her honesty. We are so happy with our little pup. Highly recommend Melissa!

    MB

    Mary B.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2025

    I can’t recommend Melissa enough! She was so kind throughout the process and went above and beyond! My puppy is so well behaved and snuggly. She answered all of my questions super quickly and was extremely helpful every step of the way. A dream situation! I’ll be recommending her to everyone!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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