Brunskills Mini Americans
Meet the breeder
I'm Teri B., the breeder behind Brunskills Mini Americans located in Murdo, SD. We are fully dedicated to the improvement, protection, and preservation of this wonderful breed. We are working to produce Mini American puppies that are the best representation of the standard size but in a smaller size by selecting dogs with traits that are defined by our breed standard. We take pride in raising quality companions.
Q. & A. with Teri
What makes your program special?
Our small breeding program includes testing our dogs for genetic defects. This helps us make responsible and wise mating decisions and each mating is done with careful consideration. All of our pups are raised in our home, they are friendly, loyal and intelligent. They receive full veterinary care, socialization, exercise, good nutrition and lots of love.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include 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.
Getting a puppy from Teri
Teri 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 $200 refundable deposit and between $600 - $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Our pups range from $800 to $1200. Deposit is non refundable unless we do not have one that would work for you.”
Contract & health guarantee
Teri 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 Teri 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 Teri 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 Teri.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Murdo, SD
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Rapid City Airport
More about Teri
Club memberships
Teri is a member of Miniature American Shepherd Club of the USA.
Teri has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years
Teri was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Teri is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Brunskills Mini Americans 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
Meia, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Meia
Meia is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Teri decided to make her part of their program. Teri 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
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +5 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Brunskills Mini Americans 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 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 Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), 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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
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).
