Starry-Eyed Mini Aussies with Tails
Ky & Dustin H.
Breeder of Miniature Australian Shepherds, Miniature American Shepherds, and Bernedoodles
- Douglas, AZ
Meet the breeder
I'm Ky & Dustin H., the breeder behind Starry-Eyed Mini Aussies with Tails located in Douglas, AZ. Our pairings are selected for temperament, coat, and grace of movement. All of our Mini Aussies live inside in our homes, as do their puppies. What we do differently: *daily puppy preschool *stable home schedule Our puppies are: *road-trip ready *crate-trained & litter-box trained *handled daily.
Q. & A. with Ky & Dustin
Why did you start breeding?
We fell absolutely in love with the Mini Aussies and want to continue the line of our Bella and Foxy girls.What makes your program special?
We offer white glove-style service and support to all our puppy buyers. We have a zero-pressure, private puppy club called Aussie Kisses Club that you can join for $55, where you can see all the private puppy updates from birth til Go Home Day! No deposit needed. Wait til it's the right pup, and the right time. To learn more please visit: starryeyedaussies.com or send us a text at 520.580.7175What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies are miniature size. Bernedoodle puppies are standard size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include blue merle, black tri, red tri, and red merle. Miniature American Shepherd puppies include red tri-color, black tri, red merle, and blue merle. Bernedoodle puppies include brown and white, yellow and white, and black and white. 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.
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Bella's Snowdrop (Black Tri, Male)
Went homeMale
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Bella's Marigold (Red Tri, Female)
Went homeFemale
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Bella's Snapdragon (Red Merle, Male)
Went homeMale
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Bella's Daffodil (Red Tri, Female)
Went homeFemale
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Bella's Iris (Blue Merle, Female)
Went homeFemale
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Bella's Bluebell (Blue Merle, Female)
Went homeFemale
Acadia [Girl 2, Red Merle w/ Tail]
Went homeFemale
*HOLD FOR TONIA 8/1* Joshua [Boy 4, Black Tri w/ Tail]
Went homeMale
Redwood [Boy 2, Red Tri w/ Tail]
Went homeMale
Sequoia [Girl 3, Blue Merle w/ Tail]
Went homeFemale
Kenai [Boy 3, Blue Merle w/ Tail]
Went homeMale
Gunnison [Boy 1, Black Tri w/ Tail]
Went homeMale
*RESERVED* Indiana [Boy 5, Red Merle w/ Tail]
Went homeMale
*AVAILABLE TRAINED YOUNG ADULT* Glacier [Boy 6, Blue Merle w/ Tail]
Went homeMale
Smokey [Girl 1, Blue Merle w/ Tail and Marbled Eye]
Went homeFemale
*RESERVED* Paprika [Red Merle Female, with Tail]
Went homeFemale
*RESERVED FOR APRIL* Nutmeg [AKC & ASDR Red Tri Male, with Blue Eyes & Tail]
Went homeMale
*RESERVED* Sesame, Boy 3 [Blue Merle Male, with Tail]
Went homeMale
*RESERVED* Pumpkin [Red Tri Female, with 2 Blue Eyes & Tail]
Went homeFemale
*RESERVED FOR HAYLEY* Cayenne [Red Merle Male, with Blue Eyes & Tail]
Went homeMale
*AVAILABLE TRAINED PUPPY* Sage [Red Tri Female, with Tail]
Went homeFemale
*RESERVED FOR HAYLEY* Cayenne [AKC Red Merle Male, with Blue Eyes & Tail]
Went homeMale
*RESERVED FOR APRIL* Nutmeg [AKC Mini American Shepherd, Red Tri w/ Blue Eyes & Tail]
Went homeMale
*RESERVED* Pumpkin [AKC Red Tri Female, with Blue Eyes & Tail]
Went homeFemale
*AVAILABLE TRAINED OLDER PUPPY W/ TAIL* Sage [AKC Red Tri Female w/ Tail]
Went homeFemale
Marshmallow, AKC Mini American Shepherd, Red Tri Girl with Natural Tail
Went homeFemale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
French Silk, AKC Mini American Shepherd, Red Merle Boy with Natural Tail
Went homeMale
Banana Cream, AKC Mini American Shepherd, Blue Merle Boy with Natural Tail
Went homeMale
Blueberry, AKC Mini American Shepherd, Blue Merle Boy with Natural Tail
Went homeMale
Strawberry, AKC Mini American Shepherd, Red Merle Girl with Natural Tail
Went homeFemale
Sweet Peach, AKC Mini American Shepherd, Red Merle Girl with Natural Tail
Went homeFemale
Lil' Smore, AKC Mini American Shepherd, Black Tri Boy with Natural Tail
Went homeMale
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Masha (Miss Purple) of Foxy's Christmas Bears Litter
Went homeFemale
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Goldie (Miss White) of Foxy's Christmas Litter
Went homeFemale
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Grizzy (Mr. Brown) of Foxy's Christmas Litter
Went homeMale
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Eliana (Miss Green) of Foxy's Christmas Litter
Went homeFemale
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Rupert (Mr. Blue) of Foxy's Christmas Litter
Went homeMale
*AVAILABLE FOR CO-OWN* Glacier, AKC Blue Merle w/ Tail
Went homeMale
Smokey [Blue Merle Female, with Tail]
Went homeFemale
Rosario, Red Tri Female with Natural Tail
Went homeFemale
Rio, Red Merle Male with Tail
Went homeMale
Lucia, Black Tri Female with Tail (Possible Toy Size)
Went homeFemale
Tigre, Red Merle Female with Tail
Went homeFemale
Yukon, Blue Merle Male with Tail
Went homeMale
Zaire, Red Tri Female with Tail
Went homeFemale
Jasmine, Blue Merle Female with Blue and Black Eyes and Tail
Went homeFemale
Baci, Trained F2B Bernedoodle with curly coat
Went homeFemale
Nocciola
Went homeMale
Gelato
Went homeFemale
Tiramisu
Went homeMale
Limoncello
Went homeMale
Amaretto
Went homeMale
Risotto
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Ky & Dustin
Ky & Dustin 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.
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
“All of our puppies come with ASDR and/or AKC registration, puppy vaccines from a licensed vet, deworming at 5 & 8 weeks, 30 days of optional puppy insurance, and microchip w/ lifetime reg. Puppy reservation fees are non-refundable, however they may be shifted to any other puppy within 1 calendar year.”
Contract & health guarantee
Ky & Dustin 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 Ky & Dustin 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 Ky & Dustin 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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Registration
- Basic obedience & manners
- Toys
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ky & Dustin.
Breeder's location
Meet in Douglas, AZ
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
Meet in Oro Valley, AZ
More about Ky & Dustin
Club memberships
Ky & Dustin is a member of AKC, MASCUSA, ASDR, Dunbar Academy, American Brittany Club, and Miniature American Shepherd Club of the USA.
Certifications & recognitions
HASS Partner Organization, APDT Professional Member, Honest Dog Breeder Society.
Ky & Dustin has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Ky & Dustin was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Ky & Dustin is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Starry-Eyed Mini Aussies with Tails 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
Ky & Dustin H.
Litter update on 04 Nov 2025 •…Brothers Blueberry and Banana Cream are almost physical twins! Blueberry is growing up to be a shy guy, much more into napping and enjoying the quiet life vs Banana Cream, who has a more energetic, curious Aussie personality. A great reminder how every Aussie puppy is unique, and deserves to be matched with the right family, so that both puppy and human can fulfill each other's needs! 🥰
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Trejo (AKC, ASDR) and Foxy (AKC, ASDR)'s litter
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Litter update on 03 Nov 2025 •…Forgot to post these! Marshmallow, French Silk and Blueberry are all growing to be quite the lookers. They've become realy confident and playful in the past week!
Trejo (AKC, ASDR) and Foxy (AKC, ASDR)'s litter
Ky & Dustin H.
Litter update on 28 Oct 2025 •…Nocciola, the Bernedoodle with the prettiest brown ears, got his unprofessional grooming by us yesterday, and is all set to go home! We are sad he's leaving but so happy we might see him as he's staying in Tucson!
Gusteau and Tina's litter
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Litter update on 26 Oct 2025 •…Little French Silk is turning out to be quite a lover! He really enjoys human company and being near us, and relaxes and naps immediately when he's with a person. He's missing his sister Peach who went home with a lovely couple yesterday!
Trejo (AKC, ASDR) and Foxy (AKC, ASDR)'s litter
Ky & Dustin H.
Litter update on 23 Oct 2025 •…Gelato is such a happy girl! She wears her emotions on her sleeve - literally - and wags her tail constantly when she gets love! She has a wavy Bernedoodle coat like her mom that is easier to maintain, and is doing great with crate training. She's a fast learner and more confident and playful/energetic than some of her littermates who are on the "floor rug" side of the doodle spectrum! 😝
Gusteau and Tina's litter
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Litter update on 20 Oct 2025 •…Strawberry is going to be a ravishing gal when she grows up! She is the most like her mama Foxy - wicked smart, athletic and fast like Sonic. She learned how to escape the puppy pen at 4 weeks, which is a record for us!
Trejo (AKC, ASDR) and Foxy (AKC, ASDR)'s litter
Ky & Dustin H.
Litter update on 20 Oct 2025 •Lil Smore is the biggest kisser! He just can't stop. 😆 He is going home to a great couple in Phoenix soon.
Trejo (AKC, ASDR) and Foxy (AKC, ASDR)'s litter
Ky & Dustin H.
Litter update on 20 Oct 2025 •Our red merles (Frenchie, Strawberry, Peach) and red tri girl (Marshmallow) enjoying their play time last week during the rainy day.
Trejo (AKC, ASDR) and Foxy (AKC, ASDR)'s litter
Ky & Dustin H.
Litter update on 20 Oct 2025 •…Little Limoncello is the calmest puppy we have EVER SEEN. The puppy version of a teddy bear! Before and after pics, he is all trimmed up and ready for his new parents in Sierra Vista!
Gusteau and Tina's litter
Ky & Dustin H.
Litter update on 03 Sept 2025 •8 weeks old and having a ball together!
Gusteau and Tina's litter
Parent dogs
All breeds
Miniature American Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Bernedoodle
Trejo (AKC, ASDR), dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Trejo (AKC, ASDR)
Loyal, Loving, and full of Kisses!!
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Foxy (AKC, ASDR), mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Foxy (AKC, ASDR)
Foxy is our reigning "arm wrestling" aka tug-pull champ! She is a Southern Belle who came from a Texas working ranch, and loves to run and bark to protect her territory. She's a fantastic mama to her pups but stays very busy keeping on top of them all. She has major Aussie FOMO and absolutely no one is allowed to play in this household without her! She lives for water hose and pool time. A work hard, play harder girl. Foxy is awaiting her new AKC "Mini American Shepherd" registration in the mail! She qualifies as both an AKC Mini American and an ASDR Mini Australian Shepherd.
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA).
Tina, mom
Bernedoodle
About Tina
Tina is a female Bernedoodle. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ky & Dustin decided to make her part of their program. Ky & Dustin 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.
Good health testing
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA).
Gusteau, dad
Bernedoodle
About Gusteau
Gus is our amazing family ranch F1 Bernedoodle, who we raised from 8 weeks on. He loves children, his bones, and enjoying the crisp air conditioner and tiled floors during the hot Arizona summers. He loves a desert walk like a child loves going to the toy store. Gus is a gentle giant goofball, but we do not skip on his food or he gets hangry! We named him after Gusteau from Ratatoullie, and when it comes to dog cuisine, he means business! :) Unlike a lot of Bernedoodles, he has TONS of personality, and we believe his puppies will carry on after him.
Good health testing
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA).
Banjo (AKC, ASDR), dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Banjo (AKC, ASDR)
Banjo is mom's blue-eyed favorite. The kind of lazy Aussie who DOES NOT want to come in the bathroom with you... thank you very much! :) He loves to lay around out of the way, in the back of the kitchen mostly and would barely qualify as Aussie by his personality. Banjo is awaiting his new AKC "Mini American Shepherd" registration in the mail! He qualifies as both an AKC Mini American and an ASDR Mini Australian Shepherd.
Good health testing
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Bella (ASDR), mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Bella (ASDR)
Bella is our lazy mom, who prefers to be in our lap than do anything else. Outdoors, she loves running free and staying dirty. She is also an incredible springy athlete and jumps walls like a mountain-goat! A sweet, calm cuddly girl. Bella is a Registered ASDR Miniature Australian Shepherd, but as her papa was an AKC Registered Australian Shepherd, she is "disqualified" from the AKC as a Mini American Shepherd. (It's very, very complicated...) We still think the world of her. :)
Great health testing
Full Embark Panel, Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA).
Parent health testing
Bernedoodle
Miniature American Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Good level
Starry-Eyed Mini Aussies with Tails 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 Bernedoodles.
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.
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Ky & Dustin to bring home their puppies.
Kelly H.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
We had such a wonderful experience with Ky, Dustin and their family! They were incredibly kind, patient, and transparent through the whole process. You can really tell how much love and care they give their puppies. Our little Matcha came home healthy, confident, and so well socialized! Ky and Dustin kept in touch with us every step of the way, shared updates, photos, and even gave us great advice as first-time puppy parents. Their whole family is so sweet and welcoming.
Howard C.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
We had a wonderful experience with Ky and Dustin. Even though we were beginners, they were incredibly patient and answered every question in detail. When we picked up Peach, she arrived healthy, clean, and so well cared for — we could really feel the love they gave her. Peach is now a sweet little angel in our family, and we even get to have reunions with her brother Matcha (S’more). We’re so grateful to have found such amazing breeders!
LSLaurie S.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
+4It has been a wonderful experience dealing with Starry-Eyed Mini Aussies! They were amazing at communication and sending pictures. When we picked up Bowie ( aka French Silk) they had everything we could possibly need and more. We were greeted with flowers and the sweetest mini Aussie. Bowie has already learned so much and is now our forever furry family member.
Zack C.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
+6Ky & Dustin were amazing to work with! They were both prompt and patient with our questions about little Gelato (now Skyla) and the overall process. Skyla knew she was home the moment we walked in the door and in just these 2 short weeks become a part of our family. She is so spunky and sassy. Her big Sister, Moona, is so patient with Skyla's 'puppiness' and has really helped us burn through Skyla's bottomless energy. They truly are best friends already. Thank you so much Ky & Dustin for trusting us with this bundle of joy!!
Ash H.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
We had an incredible experience with Dustin and Ky. We love how the pups are raised with their family in their home—it immediately shows how much they care about their animals. We also appreciate their thoroughness in responsibly homing each pup by ensuring the owner’s lifestyle is the right fit for them. Throughout the process, Dustin and Ky were responsive, helpful, and friendly. Once we committed to Matcha (Strawberry), they sent us continuous updates and photos, and offered wonderful help arranging pick-up. Our pup adapted quickly to our new environment (which includes another dog and kids), and we know it has so much to do with how involved Ky, Dustin and their family are with each pup they raise. We feel so lucky to have wound up with Matcha! We highly recommend Ky and Dustin for anyone considering!
Marisol C.
Verified owner · Nov. 2025
We had such a lovely experience with Ky & Dustin, everything was smooth. Toramisu arrived perfectly safe and sound happy to explore and joing our family. He is doing great adapting and being part of our family has been such a joy in our lifes!
