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.
Blue Merle Male
Reserved
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Black Tri Male two
Went home
Male
Black Tri Male one
Went home
Male
Blue Merle Male Number one
Went home
Male
Blue Merle Male number two
Went home
Male
Black Tri Female with sparkling Blue Eyec
Went home
Female
Black Tri Male 3
Went home
Male
Black Tri Male Two
Went home
Male
Black Tri Female
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Black Tri Male One
Went home
Male
Blue Merle Female Four
Went home
Female
Blue Merle Female One
Went home
Female
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.
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
Libby, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Libby
Libby is the absolute sweetest loving and outgoing girl, and a wonderful momma to her puppies.
Dally, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Dally
Dally is a very loving and outgoing girl, is very wonderful with her puppies, very attentive and gentle.
Playful and gentle wonderful with children.
Stetson, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Stetson
Stetson has a wonderful outgoing Temperment. He had a full genetic clear testing panel. He is a UKC Champion.
Gemma, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Gemma
Gemma is a wonderful little girl. She has a full clear genetic testing panel. She is a International Champion.
Dazzle, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Dazzle
Dazzle is a lovely outgoing and silly fun girl.
Cash, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Cash
Cash is a very gentle, loving, easy going and affectionate boy.
Dottiie, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Dottiie
Mellow, loving, and gentle. International Champion. Clear on all genetic testing.
Jasper, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Jasper
Gentle, loving and eager to please. International Champion. AKC Registered and clear on all genetic testing.
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.
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).