I'm Michaela S., the breeder behind Husker Heart Kennel located in Omaha, NE. We want to provide top-quality beloved companions. We are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience, which includes remaining committed to responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and re-homing our puppies.
Q. & A. with Michaela
Why did you start breeding?
I had great mentors and who had great enthusiasm and goals for this breed. Somehow I caught the bug and started breeding with my two studs Baron and Chase. And the rest as they say is history.
What makes your program special?
My puppies all born and raised in my home. I touch them everyday and learn their personalities. I believe they are all special and unique. I attend breeding seminars every year to learn about the latest breeding practices, vaccinations etc., I like to keep up to date on anything to do with breeding or dogs in general.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Amy
Went home
Female
Leonard
Went home
Male
Sheldon
Went home
Male
Raj
Went home
Male
Hudson
Went home
Male
Kat
Went home
Female
Sashi
Went home
Female
Annie
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Michaela
Michaela 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 deposit and between $300 - $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Pricing includes eight week vet check, first round of shots, worming and microchip. Should you decide not to purchase a puppy your deposit will be returned with the exception of $150 for fees and cost of relisting the puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michaela 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 Michaela 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 Michaela directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Michaela.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Omaha, NE
4659 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Eppley Airfield
4653 miles away
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More about Michaela
Club memberships
Michaela is a member of Miniature American Shepherd Club of the USA.
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder.
Michaela has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Michaela was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Michaela is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Husker Heart Kennel 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
Skye, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Skye
Skye is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michaela decided to make her part of their program. Michaela 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.
Victoria, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Victoria
Victoria is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michaela decided to make her part of their program. Michaela 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.
Baron, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Baron
Baron is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Michaela decided to make him part of their program. Michaela 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.
Oni, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Oni
Oni is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Michaela decided to make him part of their program. Michaela 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.
Chase, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Chase
Chase is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Michaela decided to make him part of their program. Michaela 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.
Uploaded health tests
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI).
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Husker Heart Kennel 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 American Shepherds.
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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC)
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).
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.