I'm Minda H., the breeder behind Hughes Toys Mini Aussies located in Boring, OR. I have been breeding toy mini aussies for 20+ yrs. I breed for temperment, health, service dogs, and my pups are health tested. I commit myself towards preparing each one of my puppies to thrive in their new homes, and I enjoy working with their new families so that they can raise their beloved companions with confidence!
Q. & A. with Minda
Why did you start breeding?
Grew up on farm. raised animals. had aussies as family dog. wanted to develop inside home family pet based on one dog I had - holly.. loved everyone and knew that temperment was in aussies.
What makes your program special?
have line that is proven medical seizure alert inherited trait. . working on developing that line to help people
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
lucylu BTM 2 - big boy
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Minda
Minda 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 refundable deposit and between $750 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Prices are for PET,. $500 deposit on existing puppy- guarantee will pass vet check prior to going home. weekly updates/photos, can transfer if something changes.
$250 deposit to get on list for upcoming litters, pick in order of deposit received. transfers to next litters if don't get what hoping for, or refund, less fees.”
Contract & health guarantee
Minda 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 Minda 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 Minda directly.
Hughes Toys Mini 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
lucylu, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About lucylu
lucylu is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Minda decided to make her part of their program. Minda 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.
hot rod, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About hot rod
hot rod is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Minda decided to make him part of their program. Minda 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
Hughes Toys Mini 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.
Animal Genetics 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).