Hadden's Aussies

Michele H.

Breeder of Miniature Australian Shepherds

Meet the breeder

I'm Michele H., the breeder behind Hadden's Aussies located in Sneads Ferry, NC. We offer top-quality and loving pets for the entire family. Our dogs are wonderful in every way and we adore each of them! We are dedicated to providing our families with wonderful, loving, healthy family pets. The puppies are being raised inside our home in an active environment surrounded by other dogs, cats, people, and young children.

Q. & A. with Michele

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I took one daughter to go school shopping and came home with our Mini Aussie boy. A year later we were shopping and found a sweet Toy Aussie girl and had to have her.
  • What makes your program special?

    We are raising the pups in our home and giving them all the love they can stand. Mom and Dad are right there to watch over them. We are ensuring they are healthy and happy.
  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include blue merle, black tri, red tri, and red merle. 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.

Getting a puppy from Michele

Michele 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 $500 deposit and between $1,000 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes a health certificate, up-to-date on all shots/deworming, an APRI registration application for your pup, 3 3-generation pedigree certificate, socialization, and potty training in progress. Non-refundable after 14 days. All puppies are priced the same ($2000) but may be decreased depending on costs and travel. Example; If purchased at 8 weeks and you pick up, then $1500.”

Contract & health guarantee

Michele 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 Michele 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 Michele 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 Michele.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Sneads Ferry, NC

4275 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Wilmington Airport

4310 miles away

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More about Michele

  • Michele has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year

    Michele was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.

  • Michele’s links

Michele is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Hadden's 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

Toy Australian Shepherd

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Parent health testing

Hadden's 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 Miniature Australian Shepherds.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

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