I'm Laura M., the breeder behind Rice Creek Aussies located in St Cloud, MN. 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!
Q. & A. with Laura
What makes your program special?
We keep tails and dews...
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle, red merle, and black. 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.
Blue Merle Girl
Went home
Female
Blue Merle Girl
Went home
Female
Red Merle Girl - Millie
Went home
Female
Red Tri Boy (white face)
Went home
Male
Black Tri Girl
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Red Tri Girl (white face)
Went home
Female
Red Tri Girl
Went home
Female
Red Tri Boy
Went home
Male
Blue Merle Boy
Went home
Male
Black Bi boy 2
Went home
Male
Blue Merle Bi boy
Went home
Male
Black Bi girl 1
Went home
Female
Blue Merle Bi girl
Went home
Female
Black Bi boy 1
Went home
Male
Black Bi girl 2
Went home
Female
Red Bi boy
Went home
Male
Black Tri boy
Went home
Male
Blue Merle girl
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Laura
Laura 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $750 - $1,350 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes health guarantee, registration, health exam by licensed vet, first vaccinations, regular de-worming, puppy pack which includes blanket with Mom and litter mates scent, baggie of their food (Diamond puppy), treats, and toys. ”
Contract & health guarantee
Laura 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 Laura 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 Laura directly.
Rice Creek 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
Jax, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Jax
Jax is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Laura decided to make him part of their program. Laura 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.
Lyla, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Lyla
Lyla is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Laura decided to make her part of their program. Laura 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.
Miss Gemma, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Miss Gemma
Miss Gemma is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Laura decided to make her part of their program. Laura 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.
Mr. Cash, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Mr. Cash
Mr. Cash is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Laura decided to make him part of their program. Laura 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
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Rice Creek 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 Australian Shepherds.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Laura to bring home their puppies.
Michael R.
Verified owner · Oct. 2022
Laura was very friendly and helpful throughout the process. I would highly recommend this breeder. The dog I received is smart, healthy, and playful! They did an excellent job. I would look to them in the future if I was seeking a new addition.