Pleasant Woods Miniature American Shepherds

Brenda H.

Breeder of Miniature American Shepherds

  • Cowlitz County, WA
  • Responds within a few days

Available puppies

Black Tri Male

Ready now

9 weeks old · Male

Blue Merle Female

Ready now

9 weeks old · Female

Black Tri Female

Ready now

9 weeks old · Female

Black Tri Female

Ready now

9 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Brenda H., the breeder behind Pleasant Woods Miniature American Shepherds located in Cowlitz County, WA. We take pride in breeding quality puppies and strive for perfection in health, sound temperament. They are raised as family! Our priority is making sure our dogs and puppies get the best care, which includes health testing on our parent dogs, all appropriate vet care, thorough socialization, and - of course - lots and lots of love!

Q. & A. with Brenda

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We decided to start a breeding program because of our passion for these dogs. We have loved the entire process and are so glad to be able to provide other families and individuals with Aussies that will bring tons of love and joy into their lives.
  • What makes your program special?

    We cherish each of our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to make sure that they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!
  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Brenda

Brenda 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

Connect with Brenda to learn more details about pricing.

Contract & health guarantee

Brenda 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 Brenda 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 Brenda 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
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Brenda.

Breeder’s location

Meet in Cowlitz County, WA

2323 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Portland Airport

2318 miles away

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More about Brenda

  • Brenda has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Brenda was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Brenda’s links

Brenda is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Pleasant Woods Miniature American Shepherds 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Pleasant Woods Miniature American Shepherds 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

    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.

  • 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.

  • 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).

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