Riders Toy Aussies

Kiona G.

Breeder of Miniature Australian Shepherds and Toy Australian Shepherds

  • Menifee, CA
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Meet the breeder

I'm Kiona G., the breeder behind Riders Toy Aussies located in Menifee, CA. Mini & Toy Aussies raised with love, health, and purpose—family-raised, well-socialized, and ready for lifelong homes. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament and socialization to be an amazing addition to a family looking for such and amazing and special breed.

Q. & A. with Kiona

  • Why did you start breeding?

    We bred our amazing boy the first time just because a friend asked and then had so many referrals and requests for more of HIS pups. I saw a need for more family socialized Aussies with a calmer temperament.

  • What makes your program special?

    What makes my program different is the personal care and intention behind every step. I fell in love with Aussies over 17 years ago and now focus on raising Mini and Toy Aussies that are healthy, well-socialized, and true to the breed. Raised in a loving family home, not kennels, each puppy gets the care, structure, and socialization needed to thrive as a lifelong companion.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Kiona

Kiona has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Kiona partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“Our goal is to place each puppy in the home that best fits their personality, energy level, and long-term success. While we welcome preferences for color, gender, and markings, final puppy selection order and placement may be guided by temperament evaluations, lifestyle compatibility, and breeder recommendations.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $300 non-refundable deposit and between $1,200 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes pure bred, first round of vaccinations and deworming. Puppies require a $300 non refundable deposit regardless of sex and markings.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kiona 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 Kiona 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 Kiona 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Initial potty training
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Menifee, CA

5766 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Ontario Airport

5761 miles away

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Meet in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

5758 miles away

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More about Kiona

  • Kiona has been a member of Good Dog for 12 months

    Kiona was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2025.

  • Kiona’s links

Kiona is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Riders Toy 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

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Riders Toy 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.

  • 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.

  • Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Vet Wellness Exam

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • DNA Disease Panel

    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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