I'm Lacey H., the breeder behind Midwest Mini/Toy Aussies located in Broadwater, NE. We have done lots of research on the breed and are aiming for the same look as the standards just in a smaller form. We have adamantly bred into them an "off" switch that enables each dog to readily adapt from workers and herders to house dogs and companions. All of our dogs pets first and are part of our family.
Q. & A. with Lacey
Why did you start breeding?
I got into breeding when my first year of college when I got a mini aussie and loved the breed. I wanted to share them with everyone! I began researching and went from there so we now have our own small program that has taken a lot of time and work to create.
What makes your program special?
Our program is special because we handle our dogs daily. They get one on one time, are very socialized, and are part of the family. We take them to shows but also use them on the ranch. All dogs are genetic health tested to ensure we are raising and producing the best offspring.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Red Merle Female
Went home
Female
Red Tri Female
Went home
Female
Black Tri Female
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Lacey
Lacey 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 $300 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes 2 sets of shots, 3 dewormings, pre-registration papers, vaccination record, health guarantee, a toy, and some starter food. Our $500 deposit is nonrefundable once you have chosen your puppy! Deposit amount does come off the total price of the puppy you choose.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lacey 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 Lacey 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 Lacey directly.
Midwest Mini/Toy 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
All breeds
Toy Australian Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Gretchen, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Gretchen
Gretchen is a female Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lacey decided to make her part of their program. Lacey 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.
Dixie, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Dixie
Dixie is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lacey decided to make her part of their program. Lacey 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.
Martina, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Martina
Martina is a female Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lacey decided to make her part of their program. Lacey 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.
Miranda, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Miranda
Miranda is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lacey decided to make her part of their program. Lacey 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.
Gemma, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Gemma
Gemma is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lacey decided to make her part of their program. Lacey 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.
Paisley Wiggles, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Paisley Wiggles
Paisley Wiggles is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lacey decided to make her part of their program. Lacey 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.
Chester, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Chester
Chester is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lacey decided to make him part of their program. Lacey 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.
Minnie, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Minnie
Minnie is a female Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lacey decided to make her part of their program. Lacey 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.
Simon, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Simon
Simon is a male Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lacey decided to make him part of their program. Lacey 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.
Red Steele, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Red Steele
Red Steele is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lacey decided to make him part of their program. Lacey 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.
Taylor, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Taylor
Taylor is a female Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lacey decided to make her part of their program. Lacey 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.
Maddie, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Maddie
Maddie is a female Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lacey decided to make her part of their program. Lacey 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.
Reba, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Reba
Reba is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lacey decided to make her part of their program. Lacey 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.
Remi, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Remi
Remi is a male Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lacey decided to make him part of their program. Lacey 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.
Patsy, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Patsy
Patsy is a female Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lacey decided to make her part of their program. Lacey 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
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Toy Australian Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Midwest Mini/Toy 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.
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.
Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
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).