I'm Jessica E., the breeder behind High Desert Companions located in Dolan Springs, AZ. Our focus is creating the finest companions possible.
We do this through breeding AKC, UKC, and ASDR parents that are throughly health and temperament tested.
Our puppies come from champion lines and raised using science backed methods used by the military to create working dogs and service dogs.
Q. & A. with Jessica
Why did you start breeding?
We got our first Poodle years ago and fell in love with the breed.
They are incredibly intelligent, loving, playful, and have a drive to learn and complete tasks.
After I retired, I wanted a small business that contributed positively to others, while being something that I enjoy.
Taking my experience in managing businesses and animal husbandry I decided to invest in showdog poodles and Aussies.
What makes your program special?
Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS),
Early Scent Introduction (ESI),
Puppy Culture Breeder,
Avidog Breeder,
Biosensor routine (Super dogs),
Early life documentation for future service dogs,
Champion lines,
Up to date vaccinations,
Basic training foundation: sit, come, and potty training.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Poodle puppies include toy and miniature sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Poodle puppies include apricot, black, blue, cream, red, white, parti, and phantom. Toy Australian Shepherd puppies include black tri, blue merle, red merle, and red tri. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Jessica
Jessica 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 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes purchase of the puppy, pedigree, AKC/UKC/ASDR registration information as applicable, early life documentation, vaccinations up to date at time of sale, microchip, and puppy package. All puppies require a non-refundable deposit, which will go towards the total purchase price of the puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jessica 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 Jessica 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 Jessica directly.
High Desert Companions 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
Jessica E.
Litter update on 09 Dec. •
Faith's puppies are so cute ❤️
#toyaussiepuppy #toyaustralianshepherdsofinstagram #avidogpuppies #puppyculturepuppies #lasvegaspuppies #californiapuppies #arizonapuppies
CH Durango ASDR and Faith ASDR's litter
Jessica E.
Litter update on 03 Dec. •
Mr. Orange has gotten so beautiful! ❤️
#arizonapuppies #toyaussiepuppy #lasvegaspuppies #puppyculturepuppies #toyaustralianshepherdsofinstagram #avidogpuppies #californiapuppies
Zac ASDR and Juanita ASDR's litter
Jessica E.
Litter update on 26 Nov. •
Baby pictures coming soon!! Love watching my family stick together, here is their older cousin Pepper (Reserved) hanging out with our newest additions.
Doing some life skills training! Helping puppies to learn how to problem solve can greatly improve self soothing skills, problem solving skills and training comprehension as they get older.
#toyaussiepuppy #lasvegaspuppies #arizonapuppies #puppyculturepuppies #avidogpuppies #californiapuppies #workingdogs
Urban Legend ASDR and CH Sunfire ASDR's litter
Jessica E.
Litter update on 13 Oct. •
Look who arrived last night!! After everyone has sometime to rest I'll get pictures and post them!! Just wanted to share this scene from when they were waiting for me to finish cleaning their whelping box.
Zac ASDR and Juanita ASDR's litter
Jessica E.
Litter update on 30 Sept. •
Here is Miss Pink's close-up!
Urban Legend ASDR and CH Sunfire ASDR's litter
Jessica E.
Litter update on 30 Sept. •
Here is a close-up of Mr. Blue!
Urban Legend ASDR and CH Sunfire ASDR's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Toy Australian Shepherd
Poodle
Juanita ASDR, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Juanita ASDR
Juanita is a complete
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, +3 more.
Zac ASDR, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Zac ASDR
Zac is unbelievably pretty, with bright blue eyes and his red merle and tan coat he is a show stopper!
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, +3 more.
Sarah ASDR, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Sarah ASDR
Sarah is a gorgeous girl!! a little on the bigger side for toy aussies.
Faith ASDR, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Faith ASDR
Faith has the sweetest friendly temperament and is just perfect, toy aussie size!
CH Sunfire ASDR, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About CH Sunfire ASDR
Sunfire has the sweetest disposition of my australian shepherds. She absolutely adores people, cuddles, and is an excellent mother.
She is also an ASDR Champion, possessing excellent conformation, herding, and scent work skills.
Coming from champion parents and grandparents, Sunfire has an impressive pedigree and family lineage.
Good health testing
DNA Disease Panel, DNA Coat/Trait Panel, +3 more.
Myra ASDR, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Myra ASDR
Myra is everything I could ask for in a foundation female—elegant, athletic, and true to the Australian Shepherd standard. Her rich coat, balanced and sturdy structure, and compact toy size make her both eye-catching and capable.
Her pedigree is packed with champions and working dogs, and she carries that legacy with pride.
What truly sets Myra apart is her bold, affectionate nature. She’s intelligent, expressive, and never shy about claiming the attention she knows she deserves—whether it’s nudging under an arm, flopping onto a lap with a dramatic sigh, or positioning herself squarely between me and any distraction, Myra always makes herself the center of the moment—in the most endearing way possible.
She embodies the heart of my toy-sized program: sound structure, vibrant spirit, and classic Aussie charm in a perfectly proportioned package.
Good health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +1 more.
Helene AKC, mom
Poodle
About Helene AKC
This lovely girl carries a rare and treasured lineage, with deep roots in old-world genetics that have all but disappeared—except through her dam’s line. Her mother’s full brother and three half-siblings are all AKC Champions, and her pedigree includes the legendary Martha’s Dream, one of the most decorated apricot show dogs of the time, known for winning multiple Best in Show titles.
What makes her so special isn’t just her impressive lineage—it’s her gentle nature.
She has the sweetest, softest heart, and I know she’ll pass that on to her puppies. With her beautiful conformation and temperament, she’s everything I hope for in a dam.
Genetically, she offers something very special. She has the potential to produce a full range of stunning colors, from soft apricot to deep, rich reds—and when paired with a white sire, she can produce creams as well.
She represents not just a continuation of a bloodline, but a dream I’m deeply committed to—preserving the best of the old world while building for the future.
She has spongy, soft hair that has a lovely red golden tone.
She is 13T X 12L, 11 pounds.
All puppies born from Helene will not have dew claws removed but will have tails docked to show length.
I am open to accommodating special requests to leave full-length tails on future litters. Please reach out to discuss.
Excellent health testing
DNA Disease Panel, Patellar Luxation, +3 more.
Jasmine, mom
Poodle
About Jasmine
Jasmine or Jazz, as we call her, is my husband's constant companion and the smartest dog I have ever had.
She is 13T X 11L, 10 pounds, she is the smallest poodle I have, and quite a spitfire! We like to joke that she could run her own business, and frankly, she probably could. She is whiskey in a tea cup and loves doing anything that has to do with my husband, including becoming quite the accomplished motorcyclist, with over twenty thousand miles under her belt and crossing the United States twice!
She has beautiful, thick, fluffy blue hair that doesn't really tangle.
The poodle color blue is really more of a soft black coat with silver hair mixed throughout.
All puppies born from Jasmine will have natural tails and not have dew claws removed.
We will do offer other blood lines with docked tails.
Please reach out to discuss.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +2 more.
Raphael AKC, dad
Poodle
About Raphael AKC
Raffi is the sweetest, happiest boy and my best buddy.
He is incredibly well tempered and intelligent, undoubtedly a result of his excellent breeding.
Raffi boasts an impressive pedigree from AKC champion lines out of Florida and is an excellent representation of his breed.
He is bright white, with a small amount of cream coloration on both ears. This is expected to clear as he matures.
He is 14T X 14L and still growing. We expect him to finish out between 13-14 pounds.
He also has the cutest round paws of the bunch! 😍
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), +2 more.
Parent health testing
Toy Poodle
Miniature Poodle
Toy Australian Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
High Desert Companions 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 Toy Poodles.
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.
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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Jessica to bring home their puppies.
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Jen T.
Verified owner · Aug. 2025
Jessica was so responsive and knowledgeable and was quick to answer all of my many questions about her pup. In addition to the parents' test results, she was even able to share a dog "personality test" that she had on him and his brother that turned out to be quite accurate! We visited the pup once to see if we were allergic before deciding on him. We got him at 10.5 weeks and he has been a dream! He has such a nice demeanor, so sweet and cuddly, and he is very very smart. He was so well socialized, great with people and kids, not at all sensitive to noises, already crate trained. Potty training him has been a breeze, he has no issues being in his crate, he is so easy to train and has already learned to sit and lie down at under 12 weeks. Even the vet said it was the best puppy he has seen! We are really happy we connected with Jessica and feel so lucky to have a pup from one of her litters!
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Anita F.
Verified owner · June 2025
If I could have bought all of the puppies I would have!! My Ambrosia is the best ever I just love this little girl working with Miss. Jessica was the best. She knows her dogs the care of the dogs and of the puppies. If in the market for a beautiful puppy and well beed puppy make sure you look at Miss. Jessica’s puppies. I would share pictures of my Ambrosia this time however she has one more round of shots then she can go to the groomer, then I will share pictures she’s a beauty. Okay I added one
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Diane S.
Verified owner · June 2025
Jessica was wonderful to work with. She was very helpful, providing training tips that demonstrated her knowledge and concern for her pups and their new owners. I highly recommend High Desert Companions.