Paws of Color
Mary H.
Breeder of Poodles, Miniature Australian Shepherds, Aussiedoodles, and Toy Australian Shepherds
Available puppies
Boy 1
Ready now
2 years old · Male
Boy 2
Ready now
2 years old · Male
Boy 3
Ready now
2 years old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Mary H., the breeder behind Paws of Color located in Abernathy, TX. Our dogs are bred to have top qualities that all families want in their puppies, such as compassion, patience, and love! 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.
Q. & A. with Mary
Why did you start breeding?
I have always wanted to raise puppies so when my husband retired we decided to start raising them for a supplement income.What makes your program special?
We have 5 breeding dogs which by the way is plenty 🤣🤣 and everyone of them sleeps with us 🤣🤣🤣 They’re our babies and we love them ❤️❤️What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Poodle puppies are toy size. Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies are miniature size. Aussiedoodle puppies include toy and mini sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Poodle puppies include apricot and silver. Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies are blue merle. Aussiedoodle puppies include blue merle, black and white, and black tri-color. Toy Australian Shepherd puppies include black tri and blue 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.
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Mary
Mary 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 $1,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes CKC registration, socializing, shots and veterinary checkups, worming. All my animals have been DNA for breed and health ask for results and I will send them to you. All our puppies are the same price regardless of color or size includes registration.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mary 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 Mary 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 Mary 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 Mary.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Abernathy, TX
5257 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Lubbock Preston Smith Airport
5265 miles away
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More about Mary
Mary has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Mary was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Mary’s links
Mary is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Paws of Color 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
Bella, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Bella
Bella is a female Toy Australian Shepherd over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mary decided to make her part of their program. Mary 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.
Gus, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Gus
Gus is a male Toy Australian Shepherd over 4 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Mary decided to make him part of their program. Mary 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 Poodle
Toy Australian Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Paws of Color 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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).
