I'm Jodi G., the breeder behind Dakota Toy Aussies located in Fairview, SD. We breed with a focus on health and temperament, and we have years of experience in preparing puppies for their forever homes. We spend lots of time socializing and training our pups so they will have a great foundation of good behavior and neurological development.
Q. & A. with Jodi
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding because I always loved puppies and dogs when I was growing up. Now I get to enjoy that every day!
What makes your program special?
Our breeding program is special because we raise our dogs like they are our kids! They love running around and enjoy the freedom that our farm brings to them. They are also spoiled because we love them so much!
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include tiny and miniature sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include blue merle and red 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.
Marcie
Went home
Female
Sally
Went home
Female
Linus
Went home
Male
Otter
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Schroeder
Went home
Male
Gage
Went home
Male
Elsie
Went home
Female
Lottie
Went home
Female
Tillie
Went home
Female
Teddy
Went home
Male
W43
Went home
Male
Cinnamon
Went home
Female
W40
Went home
Female
W41
Went home
Female
Peanut
Went home
Male
Snoopy
Went home
Male
T23
Went home
Male
Tipper
Went home
Male
Snoopy
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Jodi
Jodi 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 $600 non-refundable deposit and between $600 - $1,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes age appropriate vaccinations and dewormings. They also get a baggy of food and a toy. Half down to hold puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jodi 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 Jodi 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 Jodi directly.
Dakota Toy 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
All breeds
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Toy Australian Shepherd
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Daphne, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Daphne
Daphne is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jodi decided to make her part of their program. Jodi 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.
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).
Reagan, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Reagan
Reagan is a super sweet girl! Very loving girl.
Genevieve, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Genevieve
Genevieve is a very loving girl!
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).
Rusty, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Rusty
Rusty is a handsome boy! Very loving and so smart!
Good health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), +1 more.
Falon, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Falon
Falon is a great mom! Full of energy and she loves adventures!
Naomi, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Naomi
Naomi is a sweet girl! Very loving and so smart!
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).
Brown Sugar, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Brown Sugar
Brown Sugar is a real sweet mama! She loves her babies!
Good health testing
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd).
Penelope, mom
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
About Penelope
Pennelope is super sweet and loving! She can be very intense and loves to herd.
Good health testing
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), +1 more.
Dallas, dad
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
About Dallas
Dallas is super sweet and very loving! Very stout boy!
Good health testing
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), +1 more.
Dixie, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Dixie
Dixie is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jodi decided to make her part of their program. Jodi 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.
Harley, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Harley
Very friendly and active!
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).
Minnie Mae, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Minnie Mae
Very sweet personality! Very loving.
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).
Timber, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Timber
Timber is super sweet! She absolutely loves her puppies and is so much fun!
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).
Abbie, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Abbie
Very sweet personality! Loves everyone!
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).
Ellie, mom
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
About Ellie
Ellie is a very sweet girl! Loves everyone!
Good health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).
Pookie, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Pookie
Super sweet boy! Very loving and ready for adventures!
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).
Holly, mom
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
About Holly
Holly is a female Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jodi decided to make her part of their program. Jodi 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.
Good health testing
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).
Millie, mom
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
About Millie
Millie is a female Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jodi decided to make her part of their program. Jodi 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.
Good health testing
Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), +1 more.
Willow, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Willow
Willow is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jodi decided to make her part of their program. Jodi 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.
Uploaded health tests
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A).
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Dakota Toy 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 Australian Shepherds.
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 Jodi to bring home their puppies.
Patricia L.
Verified owner · May 2025
Pancake is the best dog ever! I'm so happy we got him! I'm very thankful for Dakota Toy Aussies
RN
Risha N.
Verified owner · Jan. 2025
Jodi was very easy to communicate with and plan my puppy pick-up. I couldn't be happier with my little Zora. She has the best personality and is so sweet and smart and vibrant. She's friendly to everyone and very adventurous. Truly so in love with her!
MC
Mikayla C.
Verified owner · Dec. 2024
Jodi was so nice! Archer is the perfect dog for our growing family🫶🏼
PN
Phil N.
Verified owner · Nov. 2024
Jodi was great! She replied to all of my questions quickly and thoroughly. When we decided to purchase the pup, she was kind enough to meet us halfway as we lived 3 hours away from her farm. We love our Kodi! He is exactly as he was described and pictured. Would definitely recommend Jodi for anyone considering a dog.
Diane M.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
The puppies are doing well. Tigger is probably going into agility training as she is climbing and jumping everywhere she can. Lady is still sweet but holding her own against Tigger’s never ending energy.
MB
Marie B.
Verified owner · Aug. 2024
Jodi was very helpful throughout the whole process and responded quickly to all my questions. I got Scout and fell in love instantly. He is a very smart dog and had no issues when I took him to the vet. Jodi raises some sweet puppies and I am very happy to have gotten my forever best friend through her.