Battlefield Australian Shepherds and Miniature American Shepherds

Karen K.

Breeder of Miniature American Shepherds

  • Fredericksburg, VA · 51 miles away
  • Meetup available in Richmond, VA
  • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm Karen K., the breeder behind Battlefield Australian Shepherds and Miniature American Shepherds located in Fredericksburg, VA. We are ethical, home-based breeder of top-quality Miniature American Shepherds, AKC Breeder of Merit. We extensively plan a few litters a year not volumes. We focus on temperament, intelligence, and type. All breeding dogs are extensively health testing & puppies well socialized.

Q. & A. with Karen

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My mother raised Boxers and I've had a love for dogs since a child. I needed a new dog that could be a service dog for my hearing-impaired son. Quickly, the family began enjoying the breed. In 15 short years, I have improved on her breeding stock with many champions! Knowing my puppies are out there enriching lives is extremely fulfilling.

  • What makes your program special?

    Breeding dogs takes a large investment of time and money when done right. We spend time planning the next litter working to improve on faults as well as spend a lot amount of time making sure each puppy is healthy, safe, loved, and cared for as our own. I am always willing to respond to my puppy owners whenever they have a question. No question is too small or big that we can't solve together.

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

    Our puppies include red tri-color, black tri, black, red merle, and blue merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Karen

Karen 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.
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"All deposits are nonrefundable. Final payment due when contract is signed and after puppy is seen via video or in person. Deposit is good until a puppies is placed with you."

Contract & health guarantee

Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen 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
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized in new places
      • 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
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Fredericksburg, VA

51 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Washington Dulles Airport

6 miles away

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Meet in Fairfax, VA

16 miles away

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More about Karen

  • Club memberships

    Karen is a member of United States Australian Shepherd Association, Old Dominion Australian Shepherd Association , and Miniature American Shepherd Club of the USA.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.

  • Karen has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Karen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Karen’s links

Karen is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Battlefield Australian Shepherds and Miniature American 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Battlefield Australian Shepherds and Miniature American 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 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 (Preliminary), 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.

  • Neuroaxonal Dystrophy NAD, Animal Genetics 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Karen to bring home their puppies.

  • Renee C.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2024

    Karen was so easy to work. She gave us the choice of 2 different puppies that she thought would be a good fit for our home. In the end she steered us to our sweet girl because she thought that she would be the best for us and she was absolutely right. She’s answered questions that I’ve had after we’ve been home and offered advice to help us. We are so happy with our new puppy. She’s such a good girl and the most beautiful pup you’ve ever seen. She’s so smart and has learned most of the basic commands and she’s only 13 weeks old. She can even jump through a hula hoop already!

  • Angel R.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2024

    Karen is a wonderful person!! The Australian Shepard mini that I purchased from her is a gem. I named him Whiskey. He has already done so well adjusting to his new surroundings. He has gone to NC already. And met some new play buddies. Karen is top notch . I will definitely purchase from her again.

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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.

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