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Small Town Aussies
Meet the breeder
I'm Samantha M., the breeder behind Small Town Aussies located in California. We are committed to always responsibly breeding with the best interest of our puppies’ health and longevity at the forefront. Raising puppies has been so much fun, although we take our role in raising them seriously. Breeding has helped us share the joy of our dogs with other families and individuals.
Q. & A. with Samantha
Why did you start breeding?
I love raising animals and live in a farm on the central coast of CAWhat makes your program special?
We raise the babies in our home as our own. They are well cared for and the utmost attention paid to giving them a great start!What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies include tiny and miniature sizes. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle and black tri. 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 homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Samantha
Samantha 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 between $1,000 - $1,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“First sets of shots, deworming as necessary, vet check, tail docking, ASDR registerable, premium food all included with your new baby!”
Contract & health guarantee
Samantha 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 Samantha 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 Samantha 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 Samantha.
Puppy pick-up locations
Meet in California
Meet at SBA airport
More about Samantha
Samantha has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Samantha was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Samantha’s links
Samantha is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Small Town 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
Coby, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Coby
Coby is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd almost 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Samantha decided to make him part of their program. Samantha 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.
Mabel, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Mabel
Mabel is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Samantha decided to make her part of their program. Samantha 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
Small Town 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.
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.
PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd)
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).
