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Mels Mini Aussies
Meet the breeder
I'm Melanie P., the breeder behind Mels Mini Aussies located in Ft. Worth, TX. I am a home-based breeder who’s goal is to raise quality dogs that will also be great companions and additions to your family. As a breeder, I feel a sense of responsibility to prioritize the overall health and temperament of each of my puppies and to ensure that they are loved and well cared for prior to joining their forever homes. I take pride in what I do and am excited to introduce your family to your next Miniature Australian Shepherd!
Q. & A. with Melanie
Why did you start breeding?
I have always been obsessed with Mini Aussies! I was so impressed by their intelligence, temperament, color coats, and size. I was so excited to begin my breeding program! It brings me such joy to know that I can share my love of this wonderful breed with the world.What makes your program special?
Our puppies are raised in our home as part of our family. They are given lots of tender, loving, care from day one, and are handled and played with on a daily basis. My goal is to produce happy, healthy, well-socialized pups that will be great companions or working dogs.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, black tri, red tri, 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.
Luke
Went homeMale
Obi
Went homeMale
Kai
Went homeMale
Nash
Went homeMale
Mara Jade
Went homeFemale
Chewy
Went homeMale
Kylo
Went homeMale
Anakin
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Melanie
Melanie 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $1,400 - $2,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Please contact me for more information about pricing. The non-refundable deposit goes towards the purchase of a puppy and shows that you are a serious inquiry.”
Contract & health guarantee
Melanie 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 Melanie 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 Melanie 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
- Socialized in new places
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
- Toys
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Melanie.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Ft. Worth, TX
5162 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Dallas Fort Worth Airport
5132 miles away
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More about Melanie
Melanie has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Melanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Melanie’s links
Melanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mels 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
Storm, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Storm
Storm is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melanie decided to make her part of their program. Melanie 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.
Good health testing
Wisdom Panel.
Sonny, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Sonny
Sonny is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Melanie decided to make him part of their program. Melanie 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.
Good health testing
Wisdom Panel.
Summer, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Summer
Summer is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Melanie decided to make her part of their program. Melanie 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
Mels 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.
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Wisdom 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).
