I'm Cassi A., the breeder behind Salish Sport Dogs located in Skagit County, WA. We offer quality-bred sport dogs. We hand raise each of our puppies to ensure a reliable temperament and cherished companionship. Our dogs are bred to produce healthy, sound, and versatile pups. Our ultimate goal is to produce athletic and well-structured canines that can excel within various performance venues and have the ability to be wonderful family companions.
Q. & A. with Cassi
Why did you start breeding?
We love the Miniature American Shepherd breed. Our dogs have brought us so much joy and happiness that we wanted to give back to them by producing the highest quality puppies and providing them a wonderful life with wonderful families. We want nothing more than to see each of our dogs and puppies shine; it is because of this that we reserve the right to choose which families are best suited for each puppy.
What makes your program special?
At Salish, we produce excellent sport dogs. We understand the importance of dog health, temperament, and structure, and every breeding decision is made accordingly. We are also constantly improving our breeding program and work closely within the Miniature American Shepherd community to do so. It would be our pleasure to introduce your family to your next sport dog!
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Getting a puppy from Cassi
Cassi 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 refundable deposit and between $950 - $2,150 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Cassi 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 Cassi 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 Cassi directly.
Salish Sport Dogs 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
Zendora, mom
Papillon
About Zendora
Zendora is a female Papillon. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Cassi decided to make her part of their program. Cassi 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.
Loki, dad
Papillon
About Loki
Loki is a male Papillon. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Cassi decided to make him part of their program. Cassi 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
Salish Sport Dogs 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 Papillons.
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.
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).