Pfeiffer Family Aussies
- Orangevale, CA
Meet the breeder
I'm Sonya P., the breeder behind Pfeiffer Family Aussies located in Orangevale, CA. With a focus on great temperament and health, we breed lovable Australian Shepherds for companion and sporting homes. We decided to start a responsible, in-home breeding program in order to produce quality herding dogs that also fit into a home setting.
Q. & A. with Sonya
Why did you start breeding?
Ever just look at your breed and want to make them the best they could ever be? To change and improve upon the standard? We got in to canine husbandry of Aussies because of our love for our heart breed and a desire to change and improve the standard of them. By the provision of having structurally sound and good temperment dogs for the home and not just for sport, work and show.What makes your program special?
Our aussies are special because they are raised within the home and underfoot!. They are exposed to and socialized within homelife chaos which includes other adult dogs, cats, chickens, kids and whatever life throws. We include our adult dogs in day to day activities alongside their pups; they are ‘spoiled’, well loved and well traveled dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle and black tri-color. 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.
Falin
Went homeFemale
Nanami
Went homeMale
Miku
Went homeFemale
Sakura
Went homeFemale
West
Went homeMale
Vash
Went homeMale
Sasuke
Went homeMale
Laios
Went homeMale
Nami
Went homeFemale
Yuma
Went homeMale
Frosty
Went homeMale
Jolly
Went homeMale
Holly
Went homeFemale
Yule - Sport
Went homeMale
Noel
Went homeFemale
Tinsel - Echo
Went homeFemale
Cider
Went homeMale
Jubilee
Went homeFemale
Jingle
Went homeFemale
Trinket
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Sonya
Sonya 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 $700 - $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“This price is also inclusive of the puppy's health testing and guarantee, microchipping, first set of vaccinations and dewormer, and enrichment. Deposit helps us pay for microchipping, the health such as deworming and shots, nourishment and enrichment of the puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Sonya 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 Sonya 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 Sonya 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
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Toys
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Sonya.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Orangevale, CA
5588 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Sacramento Airport
5598 miles away
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More about Sonya
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder.
Sonya has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Sonya was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Sonya is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Pfeiffer Family 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
Litter and program updates
Sonya P.
Litter update on 11 Mar. •
Kumori and Yuko's litter
Sonya P.
Litter update on 09 Feb. •Cuties
Kumori and Yuko's litter
Sonya P.
Litter update on 06 Feb. •…Sorry for such a late update on the puppies! It’s been raining a lot. We’ve been getting them used to the rain and going outside to do their business and they’ve been following their parents and hanging out with them when it’s nice out or even when it’s icky outside, they also been hanging out with their older sister and learning from her! As well, we’ve had them start riding along the pick up truck so they can start getting used to being in a car next week. All the puppies will be going to get their shots !
Kumori and Yuko's litter
Sonya P.
Litter update on 20 Jan. •
Kumori and Yuko's litter
Sonya P.
Litter update on 15 Jan. •Just cuties growing up
Kumori and Yuko's litter
Sonya P.
Litter update on 07 Jan. •Started to eat gruel! Since mama Yuko is having a hard time keeping up with us and our insatiable hunger. Nana decided it was time to try real food
Kumori and Yuko's litter
Sonya P.
Litter update on 02 Jan. •Our eyes are opened but we don’t see very well! But we are resting up and getting lots of snugglies form the kid
Kumori and Yuko's litter
Sonya P.
Litter update on 27 Dec. 2024 •Growing nice and large! Hanging out with mommy Yuko
Kumori and Yuko's litter
Parent dogs
Kumori, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Kumori
Highly intelligent, high drive blue merle male with tan points - loves to off lead hike, puzzle work, swim and barn hunt - stock dog lines - trained as an migraine alert dog.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel.
Yuko, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Yuko
Incredibly friendly, easy going red tri female who is from stock dog lines- loves to herd, fetch and jore.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel.
Nyx, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Nyx
stock and sport dog lines - highly intelligent, highly driven/ energetic Blue Merle with tan points.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Pfeiffer Family 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 Australian Shepherds.
Full Embark 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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Sonya to bring home their puppies.
William (Nip) B.
Verified owner · Mar. 2025
Sport is going like crazy and the life of any party. He is 11 weeks now and he has all of us wrapped around his once little paw. Of course he is the master of his backyard. He will be out of quarantine in one more month once he completes his vaccines. Can’t wait.
