Opal’s Miniature Aussies
Meet the breeder
I'm Amy C., the breeder behind Opal’s Miniature Aussies located in Kalama, WA. As a Good Dog Breeder, we are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience, which includes remaining committed to responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming our puppies. Both parents are healthy, and have been genetically tested to ensure healthy puppies. Our most important priority is that the puppies are healthy, and that they will be placed in great homes.
Q. & A. with Amy
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
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 American Shepherd puppies include black tri and blue merle. Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.
Sparrow
Went homeMale
Taz
Went homeMale
Bronco
Went homeMale
Aya
Went homeFemale
Stitch
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Amy
Amy 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 $600 non-refundable deposit and between $600 - $900 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes ASDR registration, vet check and first round of shots/deworming. Total price will be based on the puppies coloration and attributes. After an application is received and puppies become available, families can place a deposit. Once a deposit is received, puppies can be reserved on a first come, first served basis. Only one deposit will be held for each available puppy at a time to ensure that all puppies are placed.”
Contract & health guarantee
Amy 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 Amy 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 Amy 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 Amy.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Kalama, WA
5191 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Portland Airport
5210 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Amy can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Amy
Amy has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Amy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Amy’s links
Amy is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Opal’s Miniature 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
Opal, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Opal
Opal is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Amy decided to make her part of their program. Amy 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 American Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Opal’s Miniature 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 American Shepherds.
Hip Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)
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 (rDVM, not registered)
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 Examination (rDVM, not 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.
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).
