Ridgestar Aussies

Mona C.

Breeder of Miniature Australian Shepherds and Australian Shepherds

  • Weatherford, TX
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Mona C., the breeder behind Ridgestar Aussies located in Weatherford, TX. For over twenty-five years we have been devoted to the Miniature Australian Shepherd breed and are proud members of MASCA (Miniature Australian Shepherd Club of America). Our breeding philosophy focuses on temperament, structure, type and sound genetic health. This means that we test our breeding stock extensively and uphold the MASCA Breed Standard as we strive to produce the healthiest and highest quality puppies for your family.

Q. & A. with Mona

  • Why did you start breeding?

    In the summer of 1997, our daughter was showing Quarter Horses and we were continually on the road. We got to spend time with a couple of Miniature Australian Shepherds and found them to be irresistible. After researching and asking a lot of questions, we decided that this was the breed for us. Ridgestar Aussies was born from our love of this small breed and our desire to be involved, in a positive way, in their evolution.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our belief at Ridgestar Miniature Australian Shepherds is that producing excellence in a puppy begins with careful consideration in every breeding we undertake. To ensure future generations of mini Aussie temperament, structure, and type, our breeding dogs all undergo extensive health and genetic testing which are then used as part of the decision-making process that we go through when considering a cross. All of our puppies are home-raised and loved, with careful attention given to their development and socialization, on a day-to-day basis.

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include blue merle, black tri, red tri, and red merle. Australian Shepherd puppies include red & white, black & white, red merle, blue merle, black tri-color, and red 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.

Getting a puppy from Mona

Mona 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 refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Prices are $2700 for Tris and $3200 for Merles. Price includes 26 month health guarantee, MASCA registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming and extensive puppy socialization using Puppy Culture and much more. Also included is lifetime support! Deposits are taken with a signed deposit agreement. Deposit will be refunded if buyer changes their mind before puppies are six weeks old.”

Contract & health guarantee

Mona 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 Mona 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 Mona 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
      • 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
      • AKC registration
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Weatherford, TX

5167 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Dallas Love Field

5128 miles away

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Meet in Dallas, TX

5129 miles away

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More about Mona

  • Club memberships

    Mona is a member of Miniature Australian Shepherd Club of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Hall of Fame Kennel, Puppy Culture Breeder, Blue Ribbon Breeder .

  • Mona has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years

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

  • Mona’s links

Mona is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Ridgestar 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

All breeds

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Australian Shepherd

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Ridgestar 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 (Preliminary), 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.

  • Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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.

  • Dilated Cardiomyopathy 1 (DCM1), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), 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 Mona to bring home their puppies.

  • Elizabeth M.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2024

    Mona was very quick to respond and had an awnser to any question I could think to ask! Not only are you getting a great dog when you get a puppy BUT you're also getting great and knowledgeable advice and information. This is my second dog from Mona and I know I will have more in the future! They both make great pets and family members but are also happy to try any sport or activity I though at them too!

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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