I'm Paula P., the breeder behind Cooper Creek Aussies located in Smithville, AR. Raising healthy and happy Aussies of all sizes in northeast Arkansas. We love sharing this joy with others. We are breeders who do everything we can to better the breed and ensure our dogs and puppies are able to get the very most out of life. We want to provide you with answers to any questions you may have.
Q. & A. with Paula
Why did you start breeding?
When we decided as a family to start raising dogs we had to go with a breed we knew would fit our family and our lifestyle. The Aussie was an obvious choice. Having standard sized Australian Shepherds for most of my life, I felt like a smaller package was wonderful for a number of reasons. One being they could fit in the cab tractor with me and all my kiddos.
What makes your program special?
I believe the one thing that makes my program special is how involved my three kids are. From the time my puppies are born until they leave us, they are socialized and handled daily. My kids range from 7 to 17 years old. Since I am a stay at home mom, I am able to devote a lot of time to my dogs even when the kids are not around.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Larry
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Paula
Paula 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 $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Puppies price will vary depending on puppy and if you wish to have breeding rights or restricted registration. All prices listed are as pet only. To acquire breeding rights it must be discussed prior to purchase. All puppies are registered with ASDR. Some will come with the option to be registered with AKC depending on the mated pair. Deposits are non-refundable but transferable to a puppy later on as long as transferred before said puppy is 5 weeks of age.”
Contract & health guarantee
Paula 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 Paula 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 Paula directly.
Cooper Creek 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
Litter and program updates
Paula P.
Litter update on 08 Sept. •
Joys babies are mobile!
Sumo and Joy's litter
Paula P.
Litter update on 25 Apr. •
We have 3 babies left in our Dolly litter! They are ready for their new families!
Sumo and Dolly's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Toy Australian Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Miniature American Shepherd
Sage, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Sage
Sage is a female Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Paula decided to make her part of their program. Paula 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.
Miranda, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Miranda
Miranda is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Paula decided to make her part of their program. Paula 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.
Cassie, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Cassie
Cassie is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Paula decided to make her part of their program. Paula 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.
Monroe, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Monroe
Monroe is a male Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Paula decided to make him part of their program. Paula 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.
Big Booty Judy, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Big Booty Judy
Big Booty Judy is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Paula decided to make her part of their program. Paula 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.
Roxy, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Roxy
Roxy is a Rock star! Super athletic and very eager to please. She is one of our smallest mommas standing only 10”!
Cowboy, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Cowboy
Cowboy is incredibly smart and quick to please! We are excited to see his babies!
Spring, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Spring
Spring is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Paula decided to make her part of their program. Paula 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.
Sumo, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Sumo
Sumo is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Paula decided to make him part of their program. Paula 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.
Icon, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Icon
Icon is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Paula decided to make him part of their program. Paula 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.
Panda, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Panda
Panda is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Paula decided to make her part of their program. Paula 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.
Mikey, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Mikey
Mikey is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Paula decided to make him part of their program. Paula 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.
Ruger, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Ruger
Ruger is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Paula decided to make him part of their program. Paula 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.
Villa, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Villa
Villa is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Paula decided to make her part of their program. Paula 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.
Leah, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Leah
Leah is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Paula decided to make her part of their program. Paula 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.
Titan, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Titan
Titan is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Paula decided to make him part of their program. Paula 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.
Joy, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Joy
Joy is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Paula decided to make her part of their program. Paula 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.
Bailer, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Bailer
Bailer is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Paula decided to make him part of their program. Paula 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.
Tonto, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Tonto
Tonto is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Paula decided to make him part of their program. Paula 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
Miniature American Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Toy Australian Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Cooper Creek 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.
Animal Genetics 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Paula to bring home their puppies.
Pam G.
Verified owner · May 2024
+5
We're so glad we found Paula. She was very helpful with the preparation to get our puppy. She was flexible with our pick up of Prue (now Luna), and everything went so smooth. She had advice for us when asked and described our pup's temperment perfectly. Luna has been perfect for us. She's well socialized, quick to learn, and the perfect little cuddler.
Victoria R.
Verified owner · July 2022
Paula Is amazing! She’s prompt with her replies, gives you amazing recommendations, and is really patient! She answered all my questions and gave me weekly updates and photos of the little guys! We are absolutely in love with our puppy and he has the calmest temperament! Thank you Paula for our beautiful addition! We get compliments everywhere we go with him! ❤️❤️❤️
JR
Jackie R.
Verified owner · May 2024
I'm so glad my first puppy experience was with Paula! She is extremely responsive and answered any questions I had as a first time dog owner. Maddie (from Tonto x Dixie) is the perfect mixture of loving, playful, friendly, and smart. I couldn't have designed a better dog! Everyone that meets her loves her and I know we're going to have many wonderful years together.