I'm Rebecca C., the breeder behind Doggie Dude Ranch located in Ames, IA. I have been practicing veterinary medicine for 25 years. I raise a few puppies each year.
Q. & A. with Rebecca
Why did you start breeding?
We got into to breeding for funzies with our kids.
What makes your program special?
Not sure we are anything super special. I simply love placing high quality pups in furever homes and have enjoyed meeting so many wonderful people over the years!
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Rebecca
Rebecca 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 non-refundable deposit and between $400 - $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Prices include microchipping, age appropriate vaccinations and deworming prior to going to new home. Pups come with a puppy packet that includes medical records, microchip registration, application to register with ASDR, a small bag of puppy food and a blankie that will smell like family.”
Contract & health guarantee
Rebecca 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 Rebecca 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 Rebecca directly.
Doggie Dude 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 health testing
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Toy Australian Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Doggie Dude 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), 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).