Donaldson Dogz
Meet the breeder
I'm Coleen D., the breeder behind Donaldson Dogz located in Elkhart, TX. Our puppies are raised inside our home till fully vaccinated. All dams and sires are genetic tested & evaluated before being bred. Our program strives to preserve and better this breed, we believe they are one of the best companions a family can ask for.
Q. & A. with Coleen
Why did you start breeding?
I started breeding because I fell in love with how extremely intelligent, and loyal this breed is. I was honored to be mentored and co-own with Smokin K Aussies.What makes your program special?
We breed to make life companions and to preserve the breed.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 red & white, black & white, blue merle, black tri, red tri, red merle, red, and black. Australian Shepherd puppies include red & white, black & white, black, red merle, blue merle, red, black tri-color, and red tri-color. 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.
Freedom
Went homeFemale
Salute
Went homeMale
May
Went homeFemale
Star
Went homeFemale
Honor
Went homeFemale
Courage
Went homeFemale
Teddy
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Jack
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Frosty
Went homeMale
Petrie
Went homeMale
Ducky
Went homeFemale
WILLIS (Spike)
Went homeMale
Rocky (Little Foot)
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Coleen
Coleen 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
“All our puppies leave with a contract, registered, tail docked, dewormed, and vaccinations are given at the appropriate ages. All dams and sire are genetic tested before being bred. To permanently hold a puppy before its ready for pick up or to meet for pickup we require a holding deposit. Please contact us for info.”
Contract & health guarantee
Coleen 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 Coleen 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 Coleen directly.
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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- 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
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Coleen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Elkhart, TX
5144 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at United States
4863 miles away
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Meet in Tyler, TX
5096 miles away
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More about Coleen
Coleen has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Coleen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Coleen’s links
Coleen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Donaldson Dogz 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
Litter and program updates
Coleen D.
Litter update on 16 Sept. 2025 •Brida&Astros Jack
Astros and Brida's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherd
Kong, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Kong
Kong is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Coleen decided to make him part of their program. Coleen 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.
Brida, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Brida
Clear panel, small mini.
Maeves, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Maeves
Maeves is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Coleen decided to make her part of their program. Coleen 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.
April, mom
Australian Shepherd
About April
April is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Coleen decided to make her part of their program. Coleen 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
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Good level
Donaldson Dogz 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.
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).
