I'm Tami S., the breeder behind Mini Aussie Tails located in Westcliffe, CO. My dogs are my fur family. I am with them everyday, we are blessed to live on 35 beautiful acres in the mountains. I love finding the perfect homes for all my puppies. All my dogs are DNA tested and clear on all Aussie abnormalities. Look forward to hearing from you.
Q. & A. with Tami
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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Blitzen
Went home
Male
BRIDGET
Went home
Female
Bonnie Las
Went home
Female
Belle
Went home
Female
Dancer
Went home
Female
Donner
Went home
Male
Dasher
Went home
Male
Didget
Went home
Male
Dolly
Went home
Female
Bitsy
Went home
Female
Bright
Went home
Male
Buckley
Went home
Male
BumbleB
Went home
Male
Buttercup
Went home
Female
Barbie
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Tami
Tami 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 $1,000 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes 1st set of vaccinations and health check from my vet. Your puppy will be bathed and have their nails done. A very extensive puppy packet which includes, kennel training, potty training, stages of growth and what to expect at each stage. Puppy registrat. Your deposit goes towards the purchase of your puppy. All my puppies come with the health guarantee for one year for any genetic abnormalities. All my dogs are DNA tested through animal genetics and are clear through an Aussie genetic panel.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tami 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 Tami 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 Tami directly.
Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
Vet check
First round of shots and deworming
Vet records
Extras
Registration
Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Basic obedience & manners
Toys
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tami.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Westcliffe, CO
Other pick-up locations
Meet at City of Colorado Springs Airport
More about Tami
Tami has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Tami was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Tami is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mini Aussie Tails 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
Bliss, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Bliss
My wonderful Miss Bliss. She is an amazing girl, incredibly smart and beyond loyal. This cross has been very successful, I have loved every puppies personality.
Dazlynn, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Dazlynn
Dazlynn is a very kind, friendly, and just loves life. She lives on 35 beautiful acres in the mountains of Colorado.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Mini Aussie Tails 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.
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).