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Bright Heart Aussies & Miniature American Shepherds
- Oregon
Meet the breeder
I'm Gilliene B., the breeder behind Bright Heart Aussies & Miniature American Shepherds located in Oregon. We’re proud of the healthy, affectionate, and behaviorally well-rounded puppies we raise for other families to love! Over the years we’ve learned valuable methods for socializing our puppies. Each litter has a clean and safe environment to learn and grow so they have the best chance of becoming amazing family members!
Getting a puppy from Gilliene
Gilliene 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 $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Puppies come with their AKC registration, first shots, regular deworming, tails and dewclaws done by our vet, vet checked, microchipped, 2 year genetic health guaretee, puppy contract, puppy folder and goody bag, lifetime breeder support. The deposit is non refundable but can be transferred to a future litter/puppy if circumstances change.”
Contract & health guarantee
Gilliene 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 Gilliene 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 Gilliene 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 with children
- 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
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Gilliene.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Oregon
2230 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Airport
2318 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Gilliene can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Gilliene
Gilliene has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Gilliene was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Gilliene is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Bright Heart 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
Litter and program updates
Gilliene B.
Program update on 04 July •Pupdate on Firefly & Cisco’s Potato litter! Everyone is doing fantastic in their homes ❤️
Gilliene B.
Program update on 04 July •…Took Luffy & Prim to meet up with Luna at the park last weekend! Luffy was able to convince every person that she showed her frisbee to to throw it for her. And it was a lot of people 😂 She was a happy dog 🐶🐾 Luffy will be our next momma pending her final OFA hip and elbow results!
Gilliene B.
Litter update on 15 Nov. 2024 •…🥔Firefly’s Potato Litter🥔 is being introduced to some toys and is started on puppy gruel as we begin the weening process. Personalities are coming out. Wedge is such a character already 😂
Cisco and Firefly's litter
Parent dogs
Möbius, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Möbius
Möbius is a male Miniature American Shepherd over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Gilliene decided to make him part of their program. Gilliene 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
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Dooku, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Dooku
Dooku is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Gilliene decided to make him part of their program. Gilliene 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.
Firefly, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Firefly
Firefly is the princess of our household. She can do no wrong and we adore her for it. Calm and easygoing, eager to please, as smart as they get. She conquers everything I’ve ever put her up to; sports, trick training, herding, dog shows. She will do anything for me and find joy in it.
Great health testing
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Australian Shepherd
Miniature American Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Bright Heart 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 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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 Gilliene to bring home their puppies.
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R G.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
Every aspect of the adoption process with Gilliene was outstanding! I knew we could rely on her when she explained she prioritized temperament over coat color for matching pups to families. This is a breeder who loves her dogs and truly wants nothing but the best for the puppies in her program. Communication was timely and thorough. When we picked up our lil’ guy he came with the full puppy starter kit and a binder full of all his documentation and the sweetest baby pics. I was pretty floored (in the best way) by the care and attention she put into every piece of the process. Our guy has been a perfect fit in our family and we are so thankful to have found Bright Heart. I can’t imagine going anywhere else, now. Gilliene has set the standard so high! 11/10 would recommend (and have already - every chance I get)!!
Emily M.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
+6Gilliene was very thorough and put together a nice binder with all of the puppy's paperwork, baby pictures, health information, etc. It's clear that she really cares about her dogs and putting them in the right families.
