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Rikashay Kennels
Meet the breeder
I'm Nesha W., the breeder behind Rikashay Kennels located in Elmore City, OK. We love Miniature American Shepherds and do everything we can to help them thrive. We built our program with care and intention in every step. It is our goal to provide each dog that comes from our program with a solid foundation of good health, neurological development, and loving care. We prepare all of our pups to thrive within their forever families.
Q. & A. with Nesha
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.
Black tri female 3
Went homeFemale
Black tri female 2
Went homeFemale
Blue Merle male 2
Went homeMale
ri male
Went homeMale
Black tri female 1
Went homeFemale
Blue Merle male 1
Went homeMale
Blue Merle female
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Kobi Red Merle male
Went homeMale
Ritz Black tri female
Went homeFemale
Jiggs Black tri male
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Booker Red tri male
Went homeMale
Radar blue merle male
Went homeMale
Derby Black tri male
Went homeMale
Cricket black tri female
Went homeFemale
Marshal blue merle male
Went homeMale
Gus blue merle male
Went homeMale
Samson blue merle male
Went homeMale
Jewel black tri female
Went homeFemale
Cooper red tri male
Went homeMale
Pal blue merle male
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Nesha
Nesha 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 - $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Nesha 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 Nesha 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 Nesha 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nesha.
Puppy pick-up locations
Meet in Elmore City, OK
Meet at OKC airport
More about Nesha
Nesha has been a member of Good Dog for almost 4 years
Nesha was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Nesha’s links
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Nesha is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Rikashay Kennels 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
Betty, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Betty
Betty is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nesha decided to make her part of their program. Nesha 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.
Molly, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Molly
Molly is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nesha decided to make her part of their program. Nesha 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.
Rip, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Rip
Rip is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Nesha decided to make him part of their program. Nesha 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.
Ready, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Ready
Ready is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nesha decided to make her part of their program. Nesha 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.
Risky, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Risky
Risky is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nesha decided to make her part of their program. Nesha 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.
Louie, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Louie
Louie is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Nesha decided to make him part of their program. Nesha 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
Rikashay Kennels 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.
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).
