Bugsie's Mini Aussies
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- Charlottesville, VA
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
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Red-Tri Boy (less white)
3 months old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Bugsie G., the breeder behind Bugsie's Mini Aussies located in Charlottesville, VA. We hold ourselves to high standards for the integrity of our program. All of our puppies are socialized, nurtured, and loved! Our breedings are carefully thought out so we are able to match pedigrees, body types, temperaments, and personalities in order to share only well-bred puppies.
Q. & A. with Bugsie
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include red tri-color, black tri, red merle, and blue merle. 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.
Red Tri Boy with White Face
Went homeMale
Red Merle Boy
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Bugsie
Bugsie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
After buyers complete the application and screening process, Bugsie partners with them to find the best puppy match.
“If you're looking for a puppy from Bugsie's Mini Aussies, the breeder's process is based on matching puppies to families, rather than simply letting everyone pick in the order they inquire. According to Bugsie's information, families discuss their preferences (color, sex, personality, activity level, etc.), and then the breeder helps match each puppy to the home that best fits its temperament and the family's lifestyle. Typical factors considered include: Temperament (outgoing, laid-back, confident, reserved) Family lifestyle (active home, children, other pets, first-time owner, etc.) Size estimate Color and sex preferences (when possible) Long-term compatibility over appearance alone This type of matching is common among reputable breeders because personalities become clearer as puppies mature, and it helps ensure each puppy is placed in the home where they're most likely to thrive. If you're interested in a specific Bugsie's puppy, it's still helpful to tell the breeder: Your activity level Whether you have children or other dogs If you want a more cuddly or high-drive puppy Any color or eye-color preferences (understanding personality usually comes first)”
Price
Contract & health guarantee
Bugsie 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 Bugsie 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 Bugsie 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
- 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
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Bugsie.
Breeder's location
Meet in Charlottesville, VA
4155 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Charlottesville–Albemarle Airport
4149 miles away
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Meet in Warrenton, VA
4096 miles away
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More about Bugsie
Bugsie has been a member of Good Dog for about 2 years
Bugsie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Bugsie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Bugsie's Mini Aussies 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
General Lee, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About General Lee
General Lee is very outgoing and social. Loves people.
Good health testing
Cone Degeneration, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +8 more.Ashley, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Ashley
Ashley is a little more reserved but loves her people.
Good health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1).
Parent health testing
Great level
Bugsie's Mini Aussies 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
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).
