Schaefer's Miniature American Shepherds
- Garysburg, NC · 179 miles away
- Responds within a day
Available puppies
Billy
Ready now
8 weeks old · Male
Lang
Ready now
8 weeks old · Male
Phantom
Ready now
5 months old · Male
Swiss
Ready now
5 months old · Male
Rain
Ready now
5 months old · Male
Trace
Ready now
5 months old · Male
Meet the breeder
I'm Tonya S., the breeder behind Schaefer's Miniature American Shepherds located in Garysburg, NC. We believe that every dog has something special to offer, be it on the herding field, in the conformation ring, participating in performance events, a service dog or as a devoted family member. We strive to produce pups that are physically and mentally capable of fulfilling their potential.
Q. & A. with Tonya
Why did you start breeding?
I have owned Australian Shepherds since 2002 so I have a lot of experience with where this breed has come from and want to assist in where this beautiful, smart breed is going. I wanted to make sure the minis retained the brains and beauty of the Aussies just in a smaller package. I bought a beautiful girl that I thought embodied exactly what I needed to produce pups that would meet the breed standard.What makes your program special?
All my dogs are tested Full Panel through Paw Print Genetics before breeding. I have hips, elbows, and patellas done and results are always submitted to OFA and made public. I do CERF testing for the eyes to make sure those are certified also. Almost all of my dogs have at least 1 championship title, some have 2 (AKC & UKC). All of my dogs have at least 1 title after their names, some have 2, 3 or more.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, and red. 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.
Fog
Went homeMale
Fontina-Sold
Went homeFemale
Quark-Sold
Went homeMale
Jovi
Went homeFemale
Ms Franklin
Went homeFemale
Clarkson
Went homeFemale
Zoom
Went homeFemale
Speedy
Went homeMale
Inarush - PENDING
Went homeMale
Turbo
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Tonya
Tonya 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 non-refundable deposit and between $1,350 - $2,375 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“All pet puppies are usually the same price within each litter, doesn't matter coat color, sex or eye color of that litter. There may be price difference for different litters, price will be listed on each litter. Shipping costs if needed are at Buyer’s expense. Reservation fee will always be $300 to reserve a puppy.”
Contract & health guarantee
Tonya 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 Tonya 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 Tonya 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 in new places
- 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Tonya.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Garysburg, NC
179 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Raleigh–Durham Airport
230 miles away
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More about Tonya
Club memberships
Tonya is a member of The Miniature American Shepherd Club of the USA .
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder of Merit - Silver Level, AKC Champions, Canine Good Citizen Titled, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., Puppy Culture Breeder, Award of Excellence at Royal Canin.
Tonya has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years
Tonya was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2019.
Tonya is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Schaefer's 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
Parent dogs
Gemma, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Gemma
Gemma is a female Miniature American Shepherd about 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tonya decided to make her part of their program. Tonya 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.
Excellent health testing
Cone Degeneration, Patellar Luxation, +11 more.
Savannah, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Savannah
Savannah is a lovely girl with incredible reach and drive, which makes for stunning movement. She is a 3rd generation sweetheart taking after her mom and grand mother.
Excellent health testing
Cone Degeneration, Patellar Luxation, +11 more.
Scylla, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Scylla
Scylla is a 3rd generation homebred AKC champion. She has fantastic correct movement for the breed. Just a beautiful girl on the inside and outside.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +11 more.
Chance, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Chance
Chance is a wonderful girl with the prettiest blue eyes. She is not of my breeding but loved like she was here from birth.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Neuroaxonal Dystrophy NAD, +8 more.
Quince, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Quince
Quince is a female Miniature American Shepherd about 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tonya decided to make her part of their program. Tonya 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.
Excellent health testing
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Neuroaxonal Dystrophy NAD, +11 more.
Aurora, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Aurora
Aurora was just what I was hoping for from her parents. A sweet girl with stunning good looks. She measures 16 inches at the withers with great bone and well balanced, ground covering movement.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +12 more.
Uri, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Uri
Uri is a male Miniature American Shepherd about 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tonya decided to make him part of their program. Tonya 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.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +12 more.
Marcel, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Marcel
Marcel is a male Miniature American Shepherd about 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tonya decided to make him part of their program. Tonya 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.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +12 more.
Eragon, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Eragon
Eragon is a male Miniature American Shepherd about 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Tonya decided to make him part of their program. Tonya 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.
Good health testing
Patellar Luxation, Neuroaxonal Dystrophy NAD, +5 more.
Xylo, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Xylo
Xylo is a small male reaching just 14.25 inches at the withers. He is solid as a rock, nothing delicate about him. He loves FastCat, running just as fast as his little legs will take him. When he is not busy keeping the country wildlife off the property, he can be found laying in my lap getting his nightly belly rubs.
Excellent health testing
Cone Degeneration, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +11 more.
Castiel, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Castiel
Castiel can be found most days sitting in my lap. He is 14.25 inches tall and has given me some beautiful loving pups.
Excellent health testing
Dentition, Patellar Luxation, +13 more.
Ardra, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Ardra
Ardra is an extremely loving girl and loves nothing more than to give hugs and get belly rubs. She is 15.5 inches at the shoulders.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Hyperuricosuria (HUU), +12 more.
Davina, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Davina
Davina is a female Miniature American Shepherd over 7 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Tonya decided to make her part of their program. Tonya 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.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Neuroaxonal Dystrophy NAD, +8 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Schaefer's 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.
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.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Dentition
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Chondrodystrophy (CDDY and IVDD Risk) with or without Chondrodysplasia (CDPA), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Hyperuricosuria (HUU), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Intestinal Cobalamin Malabsorption (IGS), Australian Shepherd Type, 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).
