Lottie's Mini Aussies
- Hillsville, VA
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Lauren B., the breeder behind Lottie's Mini Aussies located in Hillsville, VA. Our animals are a big part of our lives and we pride ourselves on raising healthy, happy, well-socialized Miniature Aussies! We focus on the proper development of all our puppies because we know that each one is unique and deserving of undivided love and attention. Our dogs are our family, and we give that same love to each puppy as we prepare them to join their forever homes. It is our goal to find loving homes for our puppies and provide families and individuals with the Miniature Australian Shepherd of their dreams!
Q. & A. with Lauren
Why did you start breeding?
I live on a 110 acre beef cattle farm, my parents have raised dogs for almost 28 years and I thought it would be perfect for me. The Mini Aussies have excelled our expectations for working, brains, agility and all around great family dog.What makes your program special?
250 genetic testings have been done on my adult mini aussies and puppies will never be affected for any. At 2 days old the puppies are taken to the vet to have their tails and declaws removed, puppies will then go back to the vet at 6 weeks of age for a complete check up, vecile test and up to date vaccines. Puppies are raised inside the house with me and my family.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 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.
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Jasper
Went homeMale
Caroline
Went homeFemale
Cash
Went homeMale
Abbie
Went homeFemale
Maggie
Went homeFemale
Star
Went homeMale
Jasper
Went homeMale
Deets
Went homeMale
Lori Darling
Went homeFemale
Gus
Went homeMale
Woodrow 2 blue eyes
Went homeMale
Jake
Went homeMale
Newt
Went homeMale
Rustie
Went homeMale
Rayne
Went homeFemale
Raven
Went homeFemale
Rhett
Went homeMale
Rambo
Went homeMale
Ruby
Went homeFemale
River
Went homeFemale
Milo
Went homeMale
Rip
Went homeMale
Myst
Went homeMale
Rodeo
Went homeMale
Jax
Went homeMale
Cinch
Went homeMale
Piper
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Lauren
Lauren has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
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
“Prices determined by color and quality. The deposits are nonrefundable unless your puppy does not get a 100% health checkup at that time deposit will be returned in full, placed on another available puppy or future breeding buyers decision.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lauren 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 Lauren 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 Lauren 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
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Lauren.
Breeder's location
Meet in Hillsville, VA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Roanoke–Blacksburg Airport (Woodrum Field)
More about Lauren
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder.
Lauren has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Lauren was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Lauren’s links
Lauren is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Lottie's 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
Timber, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Timber
Timber is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lauren decided to make her part of their program. Lauren 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.
Spur, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Spur
Spur is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lauren decided to make him part of their program. Lauren 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.
Sila, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Sila
Sila is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lauren decided to make her part of their program. Lauren 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
Good level
Lottie's 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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Lauren to bring home their puppies.
Lori W.
Verified owner · Apr. 2026
+8We recently got our Mini Australian Shepherd, Remi from Lauren, and I truly can’t say enough good things about our experience. From the very beginning, she kept us updated with weekly photos and videos, which made the whole process so exciting and reassuring. Lauren was incredibly responsive whenever we had questions—no matter how big or small—and always took the time to explain everything. You can tell she genuinely cares about her puppies and the families they go to. What really stood out was how personal she made the experience. By the time we brought our puppy home, she felt more like family than just a breeder. It’s especially impressive considering she’s also balancing life as a nursing student! If you’re looking for someone who is caring, responsible, and truly dedicated, I would absolutely recommend Lauren.
