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Gottabe Miniature American Shepherds
- Sparks, NV
Meet the breeder
I'm Lori M., the breeder behind Gottabe Miniature American Shepherds located in Sparks, NV. Our dogs are backed by generations of health tested dogs, titled in conformation, agility, herding, obedience and more. We are proud of the dogs we have produced and believe they deserve the best.
Q. & A. with Lori
Why did you start breeding?
I had a mentor with my first breed, schipperkes, and she is the one who helped me start. I wanted to improve the breed and also to have a really nice dog to show.What makes your program special?
Long-term health clearances on my minis, as well as 226 years of experience in Miniature American Shepherds. With my manchesters, I started with well-bred dogs and am carrying on - putting titles in the front and back, and breeding only the best.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, red merle, and blue merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Integrity - "Tig"
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Lori
Lori 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 $350 deposit and between $1,650 - $2,050 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“$100 nonrefundable. $250 refunded upon placement of all puppies.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lori 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 Lori 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 Lori 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 in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lori.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Sparks, NV
2240 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Reno/Tahoe Airport
2241 miles away
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More about Lori
Club memberships
Lori is a member of ready To Run Agility, Gold Country Manchester Terrier Club, Reno Kennel Club, American Manchester Terrier Club, and Miniature American Shepherd Club of the USA.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit.
Lori has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Lori was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Lori is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Gottabe Miniature American 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 American Shepherd
Manchester Terrier
Ozzie, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Ozzie
Ozzie is a happy, willing, fun dog who loves to fetch, go riding on his owner's quad, and just hang around. He is very athletic and has the woods around his home to enjoy with his owners. He has had the company of other dogs.
Good health testing
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy NAD, Hip Dysplasia Prelims (registered with OFA), +2 more.Winnie, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Winnie
Winnie is my all around girl. She has gone into the conformation, performance and herding rings and each tine she has excelled. She is smart, willing, loving, with an "off" switch. She is up for almost anything but is a calm, loving girl inside the home. We are excited to see what she produces.
Good health testing
Cone Degeneration, Hip Dysplasia Prelims (registered with OFA).Ivy, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Ivy
Ivy is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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.
Bourbon, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Bourbon
Bourbon is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lori decided to make him part of their program. Lori 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.
DeeDee, mom
Manchester Terrier
About DeeDee
DeeDee is a female Manchester Terrier. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lori decided to make her part of their program. Lori 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Gottabe Miniature American 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 Miniature American 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 (rDVM, not registered)
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 Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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.
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC)
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 Lori to bring home their puppies.
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Walt S.
Verified owner · Sept. 2024
Lori did a great job on the litter. Our puppy is wonderful. Great disposition, loves our older mini Australian shepherd that we also got from Lori 6 years ago. You can not go wrong with Lori. Thank you a thousand times.
