Holly's Miniature Australian Shepherds

Holly C.

Breeder of Miniature Australian Shepherds

Iowa
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Meet the breeder

I'm Holly C., the breeder behind Holly's Miniature Australian Shepherds located in Iowa. We raise nice well rounded mini Aussies handled by kids and exposed to other animals. Our goal is to help our babies find nice forever homes and live their best life with loving pet families.

Q. & A. with Holly

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 are black tri. 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.

Pink Bubble Tea
Went home
Female
Pina
Went home
Female
Dr. Pepper
Went home
Male
Monster energy drink
Went home
Male
Alani
Went home
Female
Fiji
Went home
Female
Chocolate Milk
Went home
Male
Coffee
Went home
Female
Milkshake
Went home
Female

Getting a puppy from Holly

Holly 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Holly partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We make every effort to help connect compatible puppies and families through open communications and conversation. ”

Price

Puppy prices include a $100 non-refundable deposit and between $300 - $500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

Pay over time with Klarna.

“Includes first round of puppy shots and worming, dew claws removed and puppies exposed to other dogs, cats, chickens, horses, rabbits, kids and car rides. Deposit guarantees specific chosen puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Holly 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 Holly 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 Holly directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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 with children
  - Socialized in new places
  - Daily handling
  - Socialized with other dogs
  - Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
  - Socialized with other animals
- Puppy health practices
  - Vet check
  - First round of shots and deworming
  - Vet records
- Extras
  - Initial potty training
  - Toys
  - Food & treats
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Iowa

873 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Des Moines Airport

869 miles away

Meet in Des Moines, IA

867 miles away

More about Holly

Holly has been a member of Good Dog for about 1 month
Holly was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.

Holly is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Holly's 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

Litter and program updates

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Holly C.
Program update on 19 Aug •
Sweet babies!
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Holly C.
Program update on 19 Aug •
Cute little wiggle butts!
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Holly C.
Program update on 14 Aug •
Puppies had their shots and health checks Monday passed with flying colors! Now they get to enjoy some outside time!

Parent dogs

Flip, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Flip
Flip is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Holly decided to make her part of their program. Holly 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.
Buck, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Buck
Buck is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Holly decided to make him part of their program. Holly 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

Holly's 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 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.