Kagarice Family
Meet the breeder
I'm Malissa K., the breeder behind Kagarice Family located in Raymore, MO. We've found so much joy in watching our puppies grow and develop their own unique personalities. We can’t wait for you to meet your next loving and loyal companion!
Q. & A. with Malissa
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black tri, blue merle, 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.
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Grayson (aka Freckles)
Went homeMale
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Winter (Winnie)
Went homeFemale
Tubs (aka Maverick)
Went homeMale
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Brownie (aka Romeo)
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Malissa
Malissa 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
"The price includes AKC registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming, and puppy socialization."
Contract & health guarantee
Malissa 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 Malissa 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 Malissa directly.
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
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Food & treats
- AKC registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Malissa.
Breeder's location
Meet in Raymore, MO
4730 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet in Kansas City, MO
4718 miles away
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More about Malissa
Malissa has been a member of Good Dog for 9 months
Malissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.
Malissa’s links
Malissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Kagarice Family 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
Malissa K.
Program update on 08 July 2025 •Pups got their shots! Ready to find loving homes ♥️
Parent dogs
Winnie, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Winnie
Winter is our sweet mama girl who loves everyone she meets. She’s pretty energetic and loves running around outside with the kiddos. AKC registered with all recommended health clearances, including OFA certified hips.
Dipper, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Dipper
Dipper is gentle-natured; loves walks and belly rubs. He’s unusually calm for this breed, we joke that he is our lap/nap dog. He’s wonderful around kids, very protective. AKC registered with all recommended health clearances, including OFA certified hips.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Kagarice Family 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 Toy Australian Shepherds.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered), 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), 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).
