Horseshoes and Aussies

Sylvia H.

Breeder of Miniature Australian Shepherds

  • Quitman, AR

Meet the breeder

I'm Sylvia H., the breeder behind Horseshoes and Aussies located in Quitman, AR. All of my Miniature Australian Shepherds are genetically tested, ASDR registered, loyal, and intelligent. I focus on bettering the breed and making sure every dog is healthy and well-rounded. I don't cut corners and treat each and every one of my dogs and puppies like family. Our puppies are well cared for, socialized and health checked prior to coming home to you. Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.

Q. & A. with Sylvia

  • Why did you start breeding?

    It began with the love of the breed! Miniature Australian Shepherds are so smart and incredibly loyal. Their devotion made me fall in love!

  • What makes your program special?

    My dogs are all genetically tested, socialized, and as loyal as they come.

  • 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 Sylvia

Sylvia 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 between $700 - $1,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes up to date worming, also 6 and 8-week vaccinations and a ASDR registration form. A spay/neuter contract will be signed. Breeding rights may be discussed and are an additional fee. Your deposit holds the puppy you've chosen and will be indicated as sold on any listings he/she may be in.”

Contract & health guarantee

Sylvia 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 Sylvia 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 Sylvia 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
      • 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
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Food & treats
      • Toys

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Quitman, AR

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (Adams Field) (was Little Rock National)

More about Sylvia

  • Sylvia has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years

    Sylvia was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Sylvia’s links

Sylvia is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Horseshoes and 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Horseshoes and 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.

  • Orivet Genetics, Full Breed Profile, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Sylvia to bring home their puppies.

  • Joe L.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2024

    Sylvia was the best!!! I highly recommend her to anyone!! The best experience I’ve had with a breeder!!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.