Destiny Aussies
- Minden, NV
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Star
2 months old · Female
Meet the breeder
I'm Kathy M., the breeder behind Destiny Aussies located in Minden, NV. Our breeding program stands out because of the personal attention we put into sire/dam selection, health testing, rearing each pup with socialization and enrichment, as well as hand rearing in our home. Our goal is to identify the best match between each pup and their prospective family.
Q. & A. with Kathy
Why did you start breeding?
I met a local breeder and her dogs in 1983 when I decided to get involved in breeding and promoting this wonderful breed of dogs.What makes your program special?
My 4 decades of hands on experience gives me a unique knowledge of breed characteristics, bloodlines, health, and soundness (mental and physical).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 blue merle, black tri, red tri, and red merle. Miniature American Shepherd 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.
Renegade
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Kathy
Kathy 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.
Kathy partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 7 weeks old.
“We have a questionnaire we ask you complete; a telephone discussion follows about policy/procedure, and our observations at that time of temperament/personality/behavior characteristics. The one on one phone conversations help us to determine the best match for your lifestyle. ”
Price
“$200 deposit due on approval and deposit agmt; applied to purchase balance fulfillment. Shipping and travel expenses are extra.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kathy 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 Kathy 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 Kathy 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kathy.
Breeder's location
Meet in Minden, NV
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Reno/Tahoe Airport
Meet in Sacramento, CA
More about Kathy
Club memberships
Kathy is a member of Sierra Pacific Miniature American Shepherd Club, Wild West Miniature American Shepherd Club, and Miniature American Shepherd Club of the USA.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder of Merit.
Kathy has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Kathy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Kathy’s links
Kathy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Destiny 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
Sierra, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Sierra
Sierra is easy going and low drive. Her intelligence, personality and funny characterizations are hilarious. She's a kind, gentle dog and very intuitive. Lovely temperament which she passes to her babies.
Parent health testing
Miniature American Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Great level
Destiny 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.
Hip Dysplasia
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 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.
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Neuroaxonal Dystrophy NAD, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Chondrodystrophy (CDDY and IVDD Risk) with or without Chondrodysplasia (CDPA)
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).
