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Hotmess of Aussies
Meet the breeder
I'm Kathleen P., the breeder behind Hotmess of Aussies located in Hillsboro, KS. We are a simple, family-run breeding program offering loving and loyal companions to others. We focus on quality care and health with each litter we raise.
Q. & A. with Kathleen
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Toy Australian Shepherd puppies include black & white, red & white, black tri, blue merle, red merle, and red tri. Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include red & white, black & white, 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 and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Prince
Went homeMale
Ariel
Went homeFemale
Merida
Went homeFemale
Belle
Went homeFemale
Elsa
Went homeFemale
Tiana
Went homeFemale
Longmire
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Mr. Red
Went homeMale
Star
Went homeFemale
Brutus
Went homeMale
Two sleeves
Went homeMale
Neo
Went homeMale
Pez
Went homeMale
Kit Kat
Went homeFemale
Hubba Bubba
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Kathleen
Kathleen 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 $100 deposit and between $1,100 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Kathleen 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 Kathleen 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 Kathleen 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
- Socialized with children
- 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
- Basic obedience & manners
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kathleen.
Puppy pick-up locations
Meet in Hillsboro, KS
Meet at ICT airport
Flexible meeting point
Kathleen can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Kathleen
Kathleen has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Kathleen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Kathleen’s links
Kathleen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Hotmess of 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
Poodle
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Mag, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Mag
Mag is a female Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kathleen decided to make her part of their program. Kathleen 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.
Scarlet, mom
Poodle
About Scarlet
Scarlet is a female Poodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kathleen decided to make her part of their program. Kathleen 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.
Otis, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Otis
Otis is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kathleen decided to make him part of their program. Kathleen 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.
Remi, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Remi
Black tri with Angel wings and Ghost blue eyes
Riley, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Riley
Red Merle Female with Ghost blue eyes
Parent health testing
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Toy Australian Shepherd
Hotmess of 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.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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 (rDVM, not registered)
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.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
