Rocky Mountain Aussies

  • Ingram, TX

Meet the breeder

I'm Melissa N., the breeder behind Rocky Mountain Aussies located in Ingram, TX. Our kennel is small and selective. I believe in a happy and healthy bloodline, and all of all my breeding Aussies are genetically tested. All my Aussie's come vet checked with a full health exam. Babies are raised in my home and socialized daily!

Q. & A. with Melissa

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I grew up with Australian Shepherds. My mother bred this breed of dog when I was a child and I enjoyed them so much so that I decided to breed them myself and give my children the same enjoyable experience I had as a kid.
  • What makes your program special?

    I have personally selected the best quality Mini Aussies I could find. I’ve gone across the country and back to find them. I only look for quality and healthy bloodlines. My Aussies have been selected for conformation, looks, and temperament and I have selected my breeding dogs to provide a well-bred and well-rounded puppy, in not only looks but disposition as well.
  • 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 are blue merle. Australian Shepherd puppies include black & white, red & white, red merle, blue merle, red, dilute red, dilute blue, and black 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 Melissa

Melissa 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 non-refundable deposit and between $1,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Puppy comes with registration, first vaccinations from our vet so they have a valid health record, and a puppy gift bag . A $500.00 non-refundable deposit is required to hold a puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Melissa 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 Melissa 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 Melissa 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
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Ingram, TX

5365 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Austin–Bergstrom Airport

5299 miles away

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Meet in Colorado Springs, CO

5087 miles away

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More about Melissa

  • Club memberships

    Melissa is a member of AKC and ASDR.

  • Melissa has been a member of Good Dog for almost 6 years

    Melissa was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.

  • Melissa’s links

Melissa is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Rocky Mountain 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

Australian Shepherd

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Parent health testing

Australian Shepherd

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Rocky Mountain 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 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.

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Melissa to bring home their puppies.

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    Scott F.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2023

    Was great!

    Riley S.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2023

    Best experience and so very thankful for finding Rocky Mountain mini aussies. From day 1 to picking up my puppy was just easy and worked as it should. Melissa was so professional and I’m just so happy she brought my best pal to me. Thank you guys so much!

    Valerie W.

    Verified owner · Apr. 2023

    Melissa was fantastic. She sent weekly pictures of my puppy so I could see his growth. She clearly has a gift for taking care of this breed and we are so grateful for our sweet little boy.

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    Steve H.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2023

    It couldn't have been a better experience. RMMA was very helpful, she answered all my questions and most importantly started my new puppy out with a healthy happy start. Best experience ever.

    Amanda L.

    Verified owner · May 2023

    You can tell they really take care of their animals and really do all they can to make sure they are happy and healthy. Also she gave us a new puppy goodie bag and informational binder when we got her it was a very thoughtful touch. My puppy is 4 months old right now and very healthy.

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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.

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