I'm Kristi K., the breeder behind Blue Skye's Miniature Australian Shepherds located in Newaygo County, MI. Ross Ranch Blue Skies "Skye" is my AKC/ASDR Mini Aussie. She is a beautiful Red Tri with blue eyes. Weighing 29lbs. She is smart, loving, athletic & so fun.
Q. & A. with Kristi
Why did you start breeding?
I want to produce well rounded dogs to be pets and working dogs. I focus on health and temperament and strive to produce dogs of exceptional quality. My goal is to produce wonderful pets and also dogs that can do therapy, agility and more. I want to share my love for dogs and their love for us.
What makes your program special?
I am able to give each puppy my full attention and care. I will only have 1 to 2 litters a year maximum & devote myself fully w/around the clock care & attention. I start ENS & ESI when pups are 3 days old. I continue with handling, training, temperament testing, crate & potty training. I completely devote myself to each litter.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle, black tri, red tri, 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.
Scout/Crash
Went home
Male
Riley
Went home
Female
Jasper
Went home
Male
Ruby
Went home
Female
Saphire
Went home
Female
Jade
Went home
Female
Topaz
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Kristi
Kristi 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 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“2yr health guarantee, vet exam, vaccine, fecal, de-worming. Started on crate & potty training. They will come with a puppy bag full of goodies to help them transition to their new homes. ”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristi 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 Kristi 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 Kristi directly.
Blue Skye's Miniature 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
Skye, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Skye
"Skye" my AKC/ASDR Mini Aussie weighs 29lbs and is a beautiful red tri with blue eyes. She loves car rides, tennis balls, playing Frisbee, and is so smart. We have started agility and I cannot wait to see what her future holds.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Full Embark Panel, +4 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Blue Skye's Miniature 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 Miniature Australian Shepherds.
Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary)
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 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.
Full Embark Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, DNA Disease 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).
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.