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HeartSong Australian Shepherds
Meet the breeder
I'm Mary & Mike F., the breeder behind HeartSong Australian Shepherds located in Modesto, CA. Thank you for your interest in HeartSong! Since 2004, we have loved and raised this very loyal and versatile breed. Our dogs live in our home, go on vacation with us and are cared for all of their lives. We play with them and they get a lot of exercise.
Q. & A. with Mary & Mike
Why did you start breeding?
We stumbled upon a mini Aussie boy named Blue in 2002, and once we realized how amazing, loyal, happy and intelligent this breed was, we sought out a few mentors who helped us develop a devoted base of returning puppy parents. Blue was a great ambassador to the breed. We have learned a lot, continue to grow, and are currently showing a new addition to our canine familyWhat makes your program special?
We practice Early Neurological Stimulation on Day 2 of life, and puppy culture protocols and really work hard at raising a confident forever family member for you.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, and red. 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.
Charms
Went homeFemale
Taffy
Went homeFemale
Roca
Went homeMale
Twix
Went homeMale
Reese’s
Went homeMale
Snickers
Went homeMale
Oreo
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Mary & Mike
Mary & Mike 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 $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“We register the litter with AKC and will provide your puppy with many extras Tails snd dewclaws removed by our veterinarian in a safe and sterile environment. Vet check again at 6 weeks of age. Deposit is fully refundable if you do not pick a puppy from this litter. We prefer a check to hold your place and will not cash until you choose a puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mary & Mike 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 Mary & Mike 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 Mary & Mike 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 Mary & Mike.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Modesto, CA
2338 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sacramento and San Francisco
2346 miles away
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More about Mary & Mike
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder.
Mary & Mike has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Mary & Mike was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Mary & Mike’s links
Mary & Mike is a trusted Good Dog breeder
HeartSong 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
Meeka, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Meeka
Meeka is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary & Mike decided to make her part of their program. Mary & Mike 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
Good level
HeartSong 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 Miniature American Shepherds.
Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), 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).
