Skiba Aussies

Sheri S.

Breeder of Australian Shepherds

  • California ·
  • Responds within an hour
  • 100% recommend •

Upcoming litters

TUG
Pryna

Australian Shepherd litter

Expected Dec. 2026

Ready Feb. 2, 2027

Meet the breeder

I'm Sheri S., the breeder behind Skiba Aussies located in California. We are a small family breeder. We only have 1 or 2 litters at a time so every litter get our full attention. Our puppies are raised in our home underfoot. Our oldest daughter is a dog trainer and starts training puppies early. Some of our puppies have gone into service work.

Q. & A. with Sheri

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My parents were breeders and I wanted to share the love of breeding that I have with my children.

  • What makes your program special?

    We start training our puppies at a very young age and many have gone into service work. We only have 2 dam, so only 2 litters at a time in our home. This means puppies get attention all day. We stay in contact with every family that has ever received one of our puppies.

  • 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.

Getting a puppy from Sheri

Sheri 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.

Sheri partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape.

“Families can choose a puppy. If temperament does not fit well with buyers situation at 4-6 weeks we will discuss a better option for placing an acceptable puppy with the buyer. (Example - I will not place a high drive / herding puppy with a family with very small children)”

Price

Puppy prices include a $300 non-refundable deposit. The remaining $1,600 - $2,600 is due at pickup, before taxes & fees.

“The price includes health guarantee, information folder with vaccination records and breed information, blanket with littermates scent, toy, bag of starter food, starter harness and leash. Puppies are vaccinated and microchipped. $300 non-refundable deposit. This deposit will hold the Buyers place on the chosen wait list and/or the currant puppy litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

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

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in California

5589 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Reno/Tahoe Airport

5500 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Sheri can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Sheri

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Associate Dog Trainer, Professional Groomer.

  • Sheri has been a member of Good Dog for over 6 years

    Sheri was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Sheri’s links

Sheri is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Skiba 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

All breeds

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Australian Shepherd

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Skiba 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 Australian Shepherds.

  • 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.

  • Canine Good Citizen (CGC)

    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.

  • Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), GenSol Diagnostics DNA Testing, DNA Disease Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

    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 Sheri to bring home their puppies.

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    Mary Ann F.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2026

    We had a wonderful experience with Sheri from Skiba Aussies. From the very beginning, she was very professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring about the health and well-being of their dogs. She was happy to answer our questions, provided helpful information throughout the process, and made sure we felt prepared and comfortable. Our puppy, Charlie, is healthy, happy, well-socialized, and has a wonderful temperament. It’s clear that the dogs receive plenty of love, attention, and proper care. We especially appreciated the breeder’s honesty, communication, and commitment to finding the right homes for their puppies. We highly recommend this breeder to anyone looking for a healthy, well-raised, and lovingly cared-for puppy. It was a great experience from start to finish!

    Shelley M.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2026

    About two years ago We were fortunate enough to get our dog Dixie from Skiba Aussies. We can honestly say the experience exceeded our expectations in every way. From the very first conversation it was clear how knowledgeable, thoughtful, and generally invested Sheri is in both her puppies and the families they would become part of. She took great care In helping Us select the right dog for our family And lifestyle ensuring that the match was truly the best fit for everyone The Disney sleep training was an invaluable tool that started with Sheri. When Dixie came home with us we used Disney music to calm her down even to this day certain Disney songs helped Dixie to fall asleep and be restful. Since we hadn't had a puppy in many years we especially appreciated how thorough she prepared us for bringing a puppy into our home she offered guidance reassurance and practal advice every step of the way and even now she remains a trusted resource whenever questions or new situations arise. That continued support has made a world of difference and showed just how much she cares about the long-term well-being of her dogs. We know that we can call on her when something comes up and her advice and expertise will help us through. Today our Dixie is an exceptional dog she is loyal loving and and irreplaceable member of our family. <<<<Thank you, Sheri for bringing Dixie into our lives and all the love that Dixie brings with her.♡♡♡♡>>>>

  • Adrian M.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2026

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    Working with Sheri was a fantastic experience. She took the time to ensure I was a great fit for a puppy, providing all the tips and recommendations I needed to create a welcoming home for my Pekoe. Even when I initially had to step back due to work obligations, Sheri stayed supportive and had faith in this pairing—and I now know it was meant to be. Bringing home a puppy is a massive undertaking, but Sheri and her daughter, Beau, provide incredible post-adoption support. I couldn't have asked for a better experience bringing a new member into my family.

    Lauren M.

    Verified owner · June 2022

    Sheri Skiba is an exceptionally professional and knowledgeable breeder! Our puppy, Arlo, has a terrific personality, temperament and good looks to boot! Our amazing puppy is truly a testament to her expertise and acumen as a breeder. I would highly recommend her for anyone looking to bring home their forever friend!

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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.

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