Dogs B4 Dudes Aussies
Meet the breeder
I'm Alexis R., the breeder behind Dogs B4 Dudes Aussies located in Santa Margarita, CA. We’re hobby breeders looking for individuals and families that will continue to love and spoil our puppies as much as we do! Our mission is to breed the very best dogs that we can, to raise them with love, and to select their future homes with careful attention.
Q. & A. with Alexis
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Australian Shepherd puppies include red merle, blue merle, black tri-color, and red tri-color. Toy Australian Shepherd puppies include 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.
Alfalfa
Went homeMale
Spanky
Went homeMale
Stymie
Went homeMale
Froggy
Went homeMale
Darla
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Alexis
Alexis 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 $200 - $1,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes health guarantee for one year, AKC/ASDR registration, first vaccination, current dewormings, and puppy socialization. Deposits will secure your puppy until they are old enough to go home, fully weaned, and have received first vaccination. Deposit receipts/contracts become available when deposit has secured a puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Alexis 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 Alexis 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 Alexis 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Alexis.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Santa Margarita, CA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at San Luis Obispo County Airport (McChesney Field)
Flexible meeting point
Alexis can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Alexis
Alexis has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Alexis was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
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Alexis is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Dogs B4 Dudes 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
Australian Shepherd
Toy Australian Shepherd
Bourbon, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Bourbon
Bourbon is a female Australian Shepherd over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Alexis decided to make her part of their program. Alexis 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
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific).Tipsy, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Tipsy
Tipsy is a female Australian Shepherd about 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Alexis decided to make her part of their program. Alexis 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.
Okie, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Okie
Okie is a female Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Alexis decided to make her part of their program. Alexis 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
Australian Shepherd
Toy Australian Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Dogs B4 Dudes 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 Australian 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.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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).
