Sand Dollar Aussies
Meet the breeder
I'm Jennifer B., the breeder behind Sand Dollar Aussies located in Terrell, TX. We take pride in producing healthy puppies with ideal dispositions, without sacrificing true Aussie breed type. Our dogs are more than just pets - they sleep with us, come with us on vacations, and go with Mom to horse shows. We strive to create wonderful and athletic members of the family.
Q. & A. with Jennifer
Why did you start breeding?
We fell in love with the Miniature Australian Shepherd after seeing one at a horse show. I loved the "velcro" aspect of the breed, along with their kind and willing demeanor. We began our search initially looking for a pet quality dog, but after seeing so many purebreds that looked like mixed breeds (sacrificing Aussie breed type for color/size), we decided to become quality breeders.What makes your program special?
We have an extremely small program. We currently only have two females and one male. (All of which work our horse farm with us and spend the rest of their time being house dogs). Our puppies are raised in our kitchen, and we believe in early physical and auditory stimulation to create well-adjusted and happy pets. For that reason, we are also proud to be Puppy Culture breeders.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle 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.
Jellybean
Went homeMale
Blossom
Went homeFemale
Puddles
Went homeMale
Robin
Went homeFemale
Elijah
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Jennifer
Jennifer 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 $1,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Our puppies, unless mismarked, are $2000 regardless of coat color and eye color. Price includes deworming, microchipping, 6 & 8 week vaccinations, and a custom puppy pack. Our deposits are non-refundable, but may be transferred to another puppy of equal quality in a following litter upon our discretion.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer.
Puppy pick-up locations
Meet in Terrell, TX
Meet at DFW airport
Meet at DAL airport
More about Jennifer
Jennifer has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Jennifer was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Jennifer is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Sand Dollar 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
Muffin, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Muffin
Muffin is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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.
Winnie, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Winnie
Winnie is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jennifer decided to make her part of their program. Jennifer 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.
Milo, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Milo
Milo is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Jennifer decided to make him part of their program. Jennifer 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
Sand Dollar 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.
Hyperuricosuria (HUU), Multifocal Retinopathy 2 (CMR2), Early Onset Progressive Retinal Atrophy (EOPRA), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 8 (NCL8), Setter Type, Mucopolysaccharidosis VII (MPS VII GUSB), Shepherd Type, Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS CUBN Exon 53), Border Collie Type, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type, Cystinuria Type II-A, Australian Cattle Dog Type, Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis & Polyneuropathy (JLPP), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), von Willebrand Disease I (vWD I), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Australian Shepherd Type, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Glycogen Storage Disease Type IIIA, GSD IIIA, Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Phosphofructokinase Deficiency (PFK), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 6 (NCL 6)
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).
