Dixie Roots Ranch
- Alabama
Meet the breeder
I'm Anna S., the breeder behind Dixie Roots Ranch located in Alabama. We are a small, in-home breeding program where we prioritize giving each dog and puppy the best care that we can. We cherish all of our animals and enjoy sharing the love of a Miniature Australian Shepherd with other individuals and families!
Q. & A. with Anna
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our 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.
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Rose
Went homeFemale
Blue Bell
Went homeFemale
Lily
Went homeFemale
Snap
Went homeMale
Daisy
Went homeFemale
Winifred
Went homeFemale
Max
Went homeMale
Binx
Went homeMale
Mary
Went homeFemale
Sarah
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Girl
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Anna
Anna 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 $200 deposit and between $300 - $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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Contract & health guarantee
Anna 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 Anna 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 Anna 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
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Anna.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Alabama
More about Anna
Anna has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Anna was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Anna’s links
Anna is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dixie Roots Ranch 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
Maybelline, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Maybelline
Maybelline is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Anna decided to make her part of their program. Anna 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
DNA Disease Panel.
Dixie, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Dixie
Dixie is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Anna decided to make her part of their program. Anna 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
DNA Disease Panel.
Rip, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Rip
Rip is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Anna decided to make him part of their program. Anna 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
DNA Disease Panel.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Dixie Roots Ranch 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.
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), DNA Disease 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 Anna to bring home their puppies.
- JH
Josh H.
Verified owner · Oct. 2023
Great experience overall. Even met me about 30 minutes from their home so I didn’t have to come quite as far for pickup. Beautiful pup with a great personality!
