I'm Kelly S., the breeder behind Rustlingrass Miniature American Shepherds located in Greenboro, NC. All of our dogs are loved as family members. We cherish our puppies from birth up until they leave our arms to snuggle into yours! We are a small, in-home breeding program where we prioritize giving each dog and puppy the best care that we can. We cherish all of our animals and enjoy sharing the love of this breed with other individuals and families!
Q. & A. with Kelly
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
CookieDough
Went home
Female
Brittle
Went home
Female
Butter
Went home
Male
Corduroy
Went home
Male
Rayon
Went home
Male
Denim
Went home
Female
Follow On Instagram!
Went home
Female
Velvet
Went home
Female
Satin
Went home
Female
Lace
Went home
Female
Jersey
Went home
Male
Tweed
Went home
Male
Star
Went home
Female
Stripes
Went home
Male
Liberty
Went home
Female
Fireworks
Went home
Female
Flag
Went home
Male
Blue
Went home
Female
Patriot
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Kelly
Kelly 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 $300 deposit and between $400 - $2,200 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Guarantee of health, vaccines, microchip, AKC paperwork. LOTS of socialization. Guarantee a hold for your puppy of choice.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kelly 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 Kelly 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 Kelly directly.
Rustlingrass Miniature American Shepherds 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
Litter and program updates
Kelly S.
Litter update on 11 Oct. •
This sweet boy is house training well and still looking for his forever home. Here he is completely tired at the day’s end.
Luke and Peanut's litter
Kelly S.
Litter update on 27 Sept. •
Last puppy of 2025.
Luke and Peanut's litter
Kelly S.
Litter update on 27 Sept. •
The gorgeous blue boy is my last puppy of 2025
Luke and Peanut's litter
Kelly S.
Litter update on 30 Aug. •
A few babies left in this litter!
Luke and Peanut's litter
Kelly S.
Litter update on 28 Aug. •
All the puppies got their vet visits and getting ready for their new homes. 🏡
Luke and Baby's litter
Kelly S.
Litter update on 23 Aug. •
Luke and Peanut's litter
Kelly S.
Litter update on 20 Feb. •
3 tri girls available and ready to go.
Luke and Baby's litter
Kelly S.
Litter update on 12 Feb. •
Luke and Baby's litter
Kelly S.
Litter update on 01 Feb. •
Girls available.
Luke and Baby's litter
Kelly S.
Litter update on 31 Jan. •
A few beauties still available…
Luke and Baby's litter
Parent dogs
Peanut, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Peanut
If ever I wanted a dog with all the pieces, it’s her, Peanut has been the friendliest dog with a love for people. She’s a tiny little pistol and has lots of working- play drive but good in the house too. She is great in public or on mountain trails, off leash, and on leash. She’s fearless and confident with excellent conformation. She falls about 15 inches at the shoulder and 28lbs. Testing results posted soon.
Baby, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Baby
Baby is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kelly decided to make her part of their program. Kelly 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.
Luke, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Luke
I acquired him from a well known breeder who was retiring due to declining health.
I’m so blessed as he’s a fantastic- sweet, quiet, and a good natured male around other male dogs, not to mention STUNNING with correct type. He’s the whole package.
Badger is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kelly decided to make him part of their program. Kelly 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
Miniature American Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Rustlingrass Miniature American Shepherds 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.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Kelly to bring home their puppies.
Rose M.
Verified owner · Feb. 2025
Kelly has been so amazing! She is extremely responsive, knowledgeable, and truly loves the puppies while she has them and even when they’ve gone to their forever homes! I am so grateful to have connected with her and to have been able to work with her!!
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.