Mill Creek Miniature Australian Shepherd
- Youngstown, OH · 218 miles away
Meet the breeder
I'm Taylor D., the breeder behind Mill Creek Miniature Australian Shepherd located in Youngstown, OH. All of our puppies are bred, raised, and loved indoors to produce happy, healthy pets for those seeking the best family companion! 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 Taylor
Why did you start breeding?
After a personal experience with chronic illness, we decided to begin breeding in order to raise puppies primed for becoming Service Animals! Miniature Australian Shepherds are highly intelligent and energetic, making them perfect service dogs! Our puppies go through thorough desensitization training in order to prep them for their future working roles.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 black tri. 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.
Oakley
Went homeMale
Fern
Went homeMale
Aspen
Went homeMale
Cider
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Taylor
Taylor 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 $600 - $1,100 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes a one year health guarantee, Continental Kennel Club registration, vaccinations, and deworming.”
Contract & health guarantee
Taylor 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 Taylor 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 Taylor 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
- Socialized with children
- Scent introduction
- 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
- Vet records
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Taylor.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Youngstown, OH
218 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Pittsburgh Airport
178 miles away
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More about Taylor
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified.
Taylor has been a member of Good Dog for over 1 year
Taylor was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Taylor is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mill Creek Miniature Australian Shepherd 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
Taylor D.
Litter update on 15 Nov. 2024 •The boys are going to be old enough to go to their forever homes next week 😱 I can’t believe how fast they’ve grown up!
Hooey and Phoebe's litter
Parent dogs
Phoebe, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Phoebe
Phoebe is 17" tall and 30lbs. She is very energetic and intelligent. Phoebe has a strong desire to please and loves nothing more than to be around people!
Great health testing
DNA Profile, Full Embark Panel, +9 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Mill Creek Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.
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.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), 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 Taylor to bring home their puppies.
Jamie L.
Verified owner · Dec. 2024
Taylor and James were great to work with! They were so responsive and and let us know how our puppy was doing right up until we brought him home. They clearly love their dogs and want the very best homes for them. I would absolutely recommend!
