Southpaw Herders LLC

Kim J.

Breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs, Toy Australian Shepherds, and Miniature Australian Shepherds

  • Citra, FL
  • Responds within a day

Available puppies

Grace

Ready now

7 months old · Female

Captain

Ready now

7 months old · Male

Meet the breeder

I'm Kim J., the breeder behind Southpaw Herders LLC located in Citra, FL. All of our puppies are bred, raised, and loved indoors to produce happy, healthy pets for those seeking the best family companion! We raise our litters in our home to help set the foundation for happy and confident puppies to transition well into their forever homes. It’s a privilege to have the opportunity to make an impact on each individual puppy!

Q. & A. with Kim

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Toy Australian Shepherd puppies include black tri and blue merle. Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include blue merle, red merle, red, and black. 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.

Getting a puppy from Kim

Kim 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 $1,200 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“The price includes Health Certificates, Vaccines started, microchip, puppy food, puppy go home toys ect. I have a waiting list fee of $200 that is refundable up until you pick a specific puppy. Once you pick your puppy another $100 is due. $300 will be applied to the purchase price. At this time the $300 becomes non-refundable.”

Contract & health guarantee

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

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder’s location

Meet in Citra, FL

4721 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Jacksonville Airport

4650 miles away

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Meet in Fernandina Beach, FL

4632 miles away

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More about Kim

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Avidog Transformational Puppy Rearing, Puppy Culture Breeder.

  • Kim has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years

    Kim was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

Kim is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Southpaw Herders LLC 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

Parent dogs

All breeds

Toy Australian Shepherd

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Shetland Sheepdog

Parent health testing

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Shetland Sheepdog

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Southpaw Herders LLC 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.

  • PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)

    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 Kim to bring home their puppies.

  • Melissa H.

    Verified owner · Aug. 2025

    Kim was responsive,knowledgeable and caring and answered any of my questions about the breed.

    Barbara B.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2024

    Kim was excellent! She was informative and made every step in the process easier than I imagined.

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    Charlene F.

    Verified owner · Mar. 2024

    Awesome! Kim met my daughter in law at the Orlando Airport with my new puppy, EllaRose! EllaRose has adjusted beautifully to her new home and her “ sibling” JackJack! They play together and now sleep together! EllaRose has lots of people to love on her besides me, my several grandchildren !! EllaRose is smart, obedient and very sweet!! Thanks again Kim!!

  • Jordana S.

    Verified owner · Dec. 2024

    Kim was awesome. We met up with her and she made it a very easy transition to bring Sadie home. Sadie is 6 months old now and in excellent health.

    July G.

    Verified owner · Sept. 2024

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    Had a great experience working with Kim. She was very responsive and readily answered all my questions. I am very happy with my sweet puppy, and she is adjusting very well to her new home. Thanks Kim for everything!

    Claudia V.

    Verified owner · Oct. 2023

    I’m very happy with my new pup Skye. Kim kept me updated with photos and kept me updated on her progress until she came to her forever home. Thank you Kim for letting me adopt her.

Photos

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.

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.

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.

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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