I'm TJ B., the breeder behind Solid Rock Miniature American Shepherds located in Eclectic, AL. Our dogs are our beloved companions. We care deeply about this breed and are proud to be responsible Miniature American Shepherd breeders. We treasure each puppy in our program and give them all the attention and care that we possibly can. We work hard so our puppies can leave our home with confidence, ready to take on the world with their new family!
Q. & A. with TJ
Why did you start breeding?
See our facebook page at: Solid Rock Miniature American Shepherds & Aussies
What makes your program special?
We health test and breed to the standard quality, see our breeder profile on AKC.org
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 and guardian homes.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 7
Went home
Female
Girl 4
Went home
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 8
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Girl 6
Went home
Female
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 9
Went home
Female
Girl 5
Went home
Female
Pippin
Went home
Female
Frodo
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
detailed photos coming soon
Went home
Female
detailed photos coming soon
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Quartz
Went home
Male
Onyx
Went home
Male
Marble
Went home
Male
Garnet
Went home
Female
Granite
Went home
Male
Sandstone
Went home
Female
Slate
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 5
Went home
Male
Boy 6
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from TJ
TJ 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
Connect with TJ to learn more details about pricing.
“The price includes dew claws removed, tails docked, and first health check with a licensed veterinarian. Also provided is their first vaccinations, wormed at 2, 4 and 6 weeks. We also begin potty training and socialization. Deposits are refunded ONLY on a one on one situational circumstance approved by our family breeding program decisions.”
Contract & health guarantee
TJ 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 TJ 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 TJ directly.
Solid Rock 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
Litter and program updates
TJ B.
Program update on 08 Sept. •
Our next litter should be available in the spring of 2026 Solid Rock’s AKC Mini American 🇺🇸 Shepherds
Parent dogs
Stone, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Stone
Stone is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, TJ decided to make him part of their program. TJ 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.
Willow, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Willow
Willow is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, TJ decided to make her part of their program. TJ 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
Great level
Solid Rock 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.
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.
DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), 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).