Rye Hill Aussies

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • Responds within an hour

Upcoming litters

Tee
Emma

Expected Miniature Australian Shepherd litter

Due Aug. 2026

Ready Oct. 28

Meet the breeder

I'm Cindy C., the breeder behind Rye Hill Aussies located in Fort Smith, AR. Our puppies are raised as members of our family until they are ready to join yours. We breed for the total package healthy, agile, intelligent, with amazing human bonds to adapt to different lifestyles.

Q. & A. with Cindy

  • What makes your program special?

    We focus on quality not quantity. We have between 2 and 5 litters a year, which allows us more time for each litter and providing lifelong support for our puppy families. Our dogs are a special part of our family and our daily lives. We selected our girls based on their personality, size, conformation and clear genetic health testing results. We utilize the stud services of two Good Dog Breeders which allows us to choose the appropriate stud for each female.
  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    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 Toy Australian Shepherd puppies include black tri, blue merle, red merle, and red tri. Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include blue merle, black tri, red tri, and red merle. 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 Cindy

Cindy 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, Cindy partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“vaccinations, deworming, tails docked , declaws removed by licensed vet health check before going home, puppy socialization at age appropriate levels. Puppy starter packs will be customized for each puppy , puppy food, and puppy’s information file including ASDR registration application , veterinarian shot and deworming records and a copy of parents genetic health test results. Deposit is to reserve a specific puppy.”

Contract & health guarantee

Cindy 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 Cindy 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 Cindy directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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 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
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Fort Smith, AR

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Tulsa Airport


Meet in Tulsa, OK

More about Cindy

  • Club memberships

    Cindy is a member of American Kennel Club and American Stock Dog Registry.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Newborn to New Home, Avidog Associate, Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • Cindy has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years

    Cindy was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

Cindy is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Rye Hill 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

All breeds

Toy Australian Shepherd

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Parent health testing

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Toy Australian Shepherd

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Rye Hill 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.

  • Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)

    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 Cindy to bring home their puppies.

  • Kierstyn B.

    Verified owner · July 2026

    As a first-time dog owner, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience than I had with Cindy and Rye Hill Aussies. From the very beginning, Cindy was incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in making sure I felt prepared to bring my puppy home. She kept me updated throughout the entire process with photos and information, answered every question I had, and shared countless resources, recommendations, and training tips that made the transition so much easier. When I picked up my puppy, everything was organized, and they even sent me home with helpful supplies and any documents needed. My puppy was healthy, well-socialized, already doing great with potty training and recall, and it was obvious how much time and care had gone into raising her. One thing that impressed me most was that Cindy’s support didn’t stop after pickup. She continued checking in weeks and months later, and when I had a health scare and was feeling overwhelmed, she was right there helping me through it and making sure both my puppy and I were okay. That level of care meant the world to me. This has truly been one of the best experiences of my life, and I couldn’t imagine getting my first dog from anyone else. Cindy and her husband made the entire process seamless and enjoyable, and it’s clear they genuinely love and care for every puppy they raise. I would recommend Rye Hill Aussies to anyone looking for an ethical, caring, and knowledgeable breeder, and I absolutely plan on coming back for another puppy in the future.

    Amber V.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    Cindy was so kind! She has the most beautiful puppies and we are so in love with our Aurora girl! She sent me updates and photos and videos until we were able to take her home. She worked with us when we couldn’t pick her up right away due to our house flooding and always answered our questions with kindness and knowledge. We love our puppy from her and would recommend her 100 times over!

    Brianna F.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    From the beginning Cindy was very quick with responses and answered any and all questions/ concerns I had. She was very detailed in her answers to my questions even sharing links on products I had questions about. She was very forthcoming about her dogs medical records etc. I could tell that Cindy really took great care of her dogs. She was even willing to meet me in a location that would be closer to me than her current location. We absolutely adore our new puppy!

  • Amy G.

    Verified owner · June 2026

    I had the best experience getting my new puppy from Cindy! She always sent me updates while I was waiting. Was very responsive to any questions that I had! Also, I could tell he came from a great place. He has THE best personality and he was very well socialized! I would most definitely recommend Cindy and Rye Hill Aussies!

    Emily B.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    We had such a great experience with Cindy and would highly recommend her! From the very beginning, she was quick to respond, knowledgeable, caring, and helpful. She answered all of our questions and sent pictures/updates frequently so, we felt bonded with our pup before we even met her in person! Our puppy, Remi, came home healthy, happy, and already doing well with socializing and house training. It was very apparent that Cindy cares about her dogs/puppies and gives them a wonderful start in life. We’re so thankful for our sweet pup and would definitely recommend Rye Hill Aussies to anyone!

    Leonna W.

    Verified owner · Feb. 2026

    I cannot say enough good things about Cindy and Rye Hill Aussies!!! I sent her a message through gooddog.com inquiring about one of her puppies, and she responded almost instantly with all of the information I had requested. I started following her on Facebook, Instagram and her website. It was quite obvious how well she takes of her adult dogs and puppies! I looked forward everyday to learning of the puppies new adventures. We made a deposit on one of the puppies and Cindy kept in regular contact with us, providing pictures and videos of our newest family member. We met Cindy to pick up our puppy from her and she gave us the sweetest going home puppy pack! It has provided so much helpful information for us, and even included so many treats, toys, a blanket and other assorted items. Our new puppy has been an absolute delight and I will never go any place else if we ever need to get another Aussie! We’ve had the best experience with Cindy and I cannot recommend her enough! Our puppy is the sweetest girl on the planet and has such an incredible and funny personality! Thank you Cindy! Your knowledge and care that you have with your dogs is amazing and it shows!

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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.

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