Elmo’s Toy and Miniature Australian Shepherds

Robert B.

Breeder of Miniature Australian Shepherds, Toy Australian Shepherds, and Australian Shepherds

  • Gore, OK

Meet the breeder

I'm Robert B., the breeder behind Elmo’s Toy and Miniature Australian Shepherds located in Gore, OK. ​50 years of knowledge has gone into our Aussie program. They are the go-to dog that fit into working, playing, and family lives. We have sound dogs in mind, body, and soul. We value a hardworking, honest dog that will learn what is expected of them. Whether you are looking for a companion, agility, working, or therapy dog, our puppies will fit. We know the history behind our breeding dogs well enough to say that.

Q. & A. with Robert

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Ivy was the beginning of Elmo’s Aussies! Our program was established in 2006. We breed selectively and with purpose. If you see a litter offered from our dogs, believe that many hours of thought and hard work have gone into deciding on this cross. We are dedicated to continuing our phenomenal bloodlines in an effort to provide our Aussie families with loving, healthy, and happy puppies.

  • What makes your program special?

    We are honest, hardworking, and put our heart into our program. We are very familiar with the pedigree, structure, and genetics of every Aussie pair prior to breeding. We guarantee our dogs for life. If for any reason you can no longer keep your commitment, we will be here to transition your dog into a new forever life. Our lifetime guarantee is to the puppies we produce; it is not an agreement to purchase back a commodity. Our dogs will bond to you and for them, it will be a lifetime commitment.

  • 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 black & white, red & 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 and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Robert

Robert 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.

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 $700 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Deposits are your contract with us to purchase the puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Robert 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 Robert 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 Robert 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
      • Socialized in new places
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
    • Extras
      • Toys
      • Initial potty training
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Robert.

Breeder's location

Meet in Gore, OK

998 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Tulsa Airport

1025 miles away

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More about Robert

  • Club memberships

    Robert is a member of American Kennel Club and American Stock Dog Registry.

  • Robert has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Robert was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Robert’s links

Robert is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Elmo’s Toy and Miniature Australian Shepherds 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

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Australian Shepherd

Parent health testing

Australian Shepherd

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Toy Australian Shepherd

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Elmo’s Toy and Miniature Australian Shepherds 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.

  • PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)

    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 Robert to bring home their puppies.

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    Ryan B.

    Verified owner · June 2024

    From start to finish Robert and Janice at Elmo's were extremely professional. I reached out to them before Clyde's litter was even born. I had first pick of his litter and that was the first time I had ever been first pick in a situation like this and it was rewarding. Not just myself but my whole family is impressed with Clyde. He plays with my nieces and nephews gently (oldest niece being 5). He is very active and loves being social. Receiving a puppy from Elmo's who is already this happy and outgoing is incredible. Thank you Robert, Janice, Misty and Tango for such a wonderful puppy. Misty I hope you find the best retirement home possible.

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.