I'm Stephanie C., the breeder behind Deep River Aussies located in Randleman, NC. Our Aussies live in our home and are pets first! Puppies are raised right in my kitchen, and first vaccine is done at the vet. Goodie bag with food, blanket, toy, and book. Puppies use a litterbox but easily transition to going outside. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask!
Q. & A. with Stephanie
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include black & white, blue merle, black tri, red tri, red merle, and red. Toy Australian Shepherd puppies include black & white, red, black tri, blue merle, red merle, and red tri. 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.
Boy 2
Reserved
Male
Boy 1
Reserved
Male
Boy 3
Reserved
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Toby
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Stephanie
Stephanie 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 $300 non-refundable deposit and between $450 - $900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Pet price includes health guarantee, vet check and vaccine, ASDR registration, and goodie bag to help you get started with your new family member! A deposit guarantees that the puppy you choose will be held for you. If you put a deposit on an upcoming litter, you will have choice in the order that your deposit arrived for the litter.”
Contract & health guarantee
Stephanie 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 Stephanie 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 Stephanie directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Microchip
Vet records
Extras
Initial potty training
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Registration
Toys
Puppy starter kit
Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Stephanie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Randleman, NC
4313 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Piedmont Triad Airport
4305 miles away
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More about Stephanie
Stephanie has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Stephanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Stephanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Deep River 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
Piper, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Piper
Piper is the resident love bug! She likes everyone she meets and loves attention. She is a devoted companion to me and is almost always by my side no matter where I'm at on the farm. She produces the most beautiful (rare color) yellow puppies!
Pepper, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Pepper
Pepper is a gorgeous blue merle tricolor with tons of drive and playfulness. She is my best frisbee dog! She has a very sweet nature and loves everyone she meets.
Iris, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Iris
Iris is a female Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Stephanie decided to make her part of their program. Stephanie 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.
Freya, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Freya
Freya is a female Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Stephanie decided to make her part of their program. Stephanie 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.
Loki, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Loki
Loki is a male Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Stephanie decided to make him part of their program. Stephanie 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.
Jasper, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Jasper
Jasper is a male Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Stephanie decided to make him part of their program. Stephanie 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 Australian Shepherd
Toy Australian Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Deep River 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.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Stephanie to bring home their puppies.
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Chad M.
Verified owner · May 2025
Stephanie was the best. Let us come out and meet the mom and dad. She shared a lot of knowledge and gave us a great starter pack for the ride home. Even worked the feeding so we didn't have any accidents on the way home. And she is as advertised!!!!! Thank you for our new family member!