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Maxwell's Mini Aussies
Meet the breeder
I'm Kristin M., the breeder behind Maxwell's Mini Aussies located in Plains, MT. All of our dogs are loved as family members. We cherish our puppies from birth up until they leave our arms to snuggle into yours! We just adore this breed and can't wait to share our love for them with you! We are passionate breeders and are dedicated to maintaining responsible breeding practices. We do all that we can to make sure our pups get the best care and go to the best homes!
Q. & A. with Kristin
Why did you start breeding?
I am new to breeding. I got my first mini aussie 2 years ago and fell in love with their personality, size, and their need for companionship with their people. I want to breed and then raise puppies with a great foundation to stay in their furever homes. I'm learning lots and cannot wait to have the first litter on the ground to introduce them to the world.What makes your program special?
Being this is a new venture for me, I have a lot to figure out but am enjoying the support from the breeding community. I want to do my best at raising puppies the right way with biosensor, enrichment, adventure walks, etc. And of course providing the best care to sire and dam.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, red merle, red, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Kristin
Kristin 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 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“ASDR Registration, first round of vaccinations, health check, microchip, puppy go home kit-including food, toy, blanket. Puppy will not be reserved until non-refundable deposit has been paid. Once puppies are born will notify clients on our waitlist for deposits.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kristin 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 Kristin 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 Kristin 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kristin.
Puppy pick-up locations
Meet in Plains, MT
Meet at GEG airport
Meet at GPI airport
Meet at MSO airport
More about Kristin
Kristin has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Kristin was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Kristin is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Maxwell'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
Grin, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Grin
Blue Merle/White/Copper
Josie, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Josie
Josie is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd about 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kristin decided to make her part of their program. Kristin 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
von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD).
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Maxwell'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.
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 Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
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 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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).
