Blindside Aussies & Miniature American Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Dylan L., the breeder behind Blindside Aussies & Miniature American Shepherds located in Lutz, FL. Breeding for versatility, sound structure and temperament. We are committed to keeping the true Miniature American Shepherd alive, with strong herding instinct, biddability and athleticism. Our dogs compete in many sports, including agility, herding, conformation, fastCAT, dock diving, etc. We are excited to be a part of this breed’s legacy.
Q. & A. with Dylan
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, red merle, blue 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.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Dylan
Dylan 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 refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC registration. Show puppies are slightly more expensive than pet/sports pups. Deposit is taken once puppies are on the ground.”
Contract & health guarantee
Dylan 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 Dylan 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 Dylan 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 Dylan.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Lutz, FL
816 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Tampa Airport
817 miles away
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More about Dylan
Dylan has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Dylan was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Dylan is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Blindside Aussies & 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
Parent dogs
Pocus, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Pocus
Pocus is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Dylan decided to make him part of their program. Dylan 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.
Great health testing
Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), +10 more.
Flare, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Flare
Flare is a female Miniature American Shepherd over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dylan decided to make her part of their program. Dylan 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.
Millie, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Millie
Millie is a female Miniature American Shepherd about 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Dylan decided to make her part of their program. Dylan 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
Excellent level
Blindside Aussies & 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 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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), 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).
