I'm Malissa E., the breeder behind Slo Toy Aussies at Antonia located in California. Our dogs are bred to have top qualities that all families want in their puppies, such as compassion, patience, and love! Our pups are raised as part of our loving family with plenty of play and cuddles to be ready for their forever home with you.
Q. & A. with Malissa
Why did you start breeding?
Starting showing Cavaliers but fell in love with the Aussie breed several years back. Just a small breeder of happy Aussie babies in San Luis Obispo, California
What makes your program special?
We raise Aussies between the beach and the mountains. We truly believe these are one the smartest and most loving pups you can find. Hugs await.
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black & white, black tri, and blue 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.
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Malissa
Malissa 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 between $1,000 - $4,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes deworming, the first round of vaccinations and socialization. Raised in our loving home with other pets and children. Puppy price depends on sex, coat and eye color.”
Contract & health guarantee
Malissa 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 Malissa 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 Malissa directly.
Slo Toy Aussies at Antonia 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
Sophie, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Sophie
Sophie is a female Toy Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Malissa decided to make her part of their program. Malissa 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.
Dodgers, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Dodgers
Dodgers is a male Toy Australian Shepherd over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Malissa decided to make him part of their program. Malissa 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
Slo Toy Aussies at Antonia 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 Toy Australian Shepherds.
Standard Veterinary Blood Panel
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.