Stone & Sage ATX Toy & Mini Aussies

Kristin L.

Breeder of Toy Australian Shepherds and Miniature Australian Shepherds

Liberty Hill, TX ·
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Available puppies

Blue Bell

Ready now

9 weeks old · Male

Meringue

Ready now

9 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Kristin L., the breeder behind Stone & Sage ATX Toy & Mini Aussies located in Liberty Hill, TX. Stone & Sage ATX is a small, family-based Toy & Mini Australian Shepherd program in Liberty Hill, TX. Our puppies are raised in-home with children, early socialization, and intentional care. We prioritize health, temperament, and thoughtful placement. Both Parents registered ASDR. Puppies are eligible for ASDR registration.

Q. & A. with Kristin

Why did you start breeding?
Our journey began with our love for Australian Shepherds and a desire to learn responsible breeding. Through years of ownership and education, we developed a strong appreciation for health, temperament, and ethical practices. When our foundation female Daphne matured and completed health testing, we felt prepared to begin intentionally.
What makes your program special?
Stone & Sage ATX is a small, intentional program focused on quality over quantity. Our puppies are raised in-home with individual attention, early socialization, and health testing. We prioritize transparency, thoughtful placement, and lifelong support, viewing each family relationship as a long-term commitment.
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Toy Australian Shepherd puppies include red merle and red tri. Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include red tri and red 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.

Brownie
Went home
Male
Oreo
Went home
Female
Moon Pie
Went home
Male
Biscuits
Went home
Male
Beignet
Went home
Male
Chantilly
Went home
Female
Rythym Blue
Went home
Male
Jett
Went home
Male
Indie
Went home
Female
Atlas
Went home
Male
Sage
Went home
Female

Getting a puppy from Kristin

Kristin 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.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Kristin partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“Our matching process is centered on finding the right connection between each puppy and their future family. We consider your lifestyle, experience, household, and what you’re looking for in a companion, along with each puppy’s individual personality, energy level, and needs. Applications are reviewed and approved before matching, and we’ll help guide you toward an available puppy who is a good fit for your home.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 non-refundable deposit. The remaining $1,200 - $2,000 is due before pickup, plus applicable taxes and fees.

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“Our puppies include vet check, age-appropriate care, health testing, ASDR registration, in-home socialization, starter pack, contract, and lifetime breeder support. A $500 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a puppy and is applied toward the final purchase price at pickup.”

Contract & health guarantee

Kristin 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 Kristin 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 Kristin directly.

All contracts are handled securely through Good Dog.

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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
  - Vet records
- Extras
  - Toys
  - Food & treats
  - Basic obedience & manners
  - Initial potty training
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
  - Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Liberty Hill, TX

5284 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Killeen–Fort Hood Airport / Robert Gray Army Airfield

5259 miles away

Flexible meeting point

Kristin can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Kristin

Kristin has been a member of Good Dog for 9 months
Kristin was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.
Kristin’s links
- Facebook
- Instagram

Kristin is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Stone & Sage ATX Toy & Mini 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

Litter and program updates

Kristin L.
Litter update on 12 Oct •
Little minds learning new things! 🐾 This week we welcomed a local trainer and behaviorist to Stone & Sage ATX to introduce some early training exercises with our puppies! Here’s a peek at one of our little ones learning “touch,” a simple positive reinforcement exercise that can eventually be used as a foundation for potty bell training. We love introducing age-appropriate learning opportunities while our puppies are still in our care, helping prepare them and their future families for the next chapter! 🤍🌿
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Dino and Daphne's litter
Kristin L.
Litter update on 12 Oct •
8 Weeks & Growing! 🐾🌿 It’s been a busy week here at Stone & Sage ATX, and our puppies are officially 8.5 weeks old! One of the highlights this week was welcoming a local trainer and behaviorist into our home to spend some time with our puppies and share guidance on early training and development. We worked on introductory exercises like touch and sit, using positive reinforcement to encourage engagement, confidence, and those sweet little thinking minds! At this age, we’re continuing to focus on positive experiences, gentle handling, socialization, and helping our puppies build a foundation for their transition into their forever homes. And of course, between all that learning? Plenty of puppy naps, cuddles, and playtime. 🥹 We’ve also celebrated a few puppies finding their forever families, including one who will be joining a family that already has a Stone & Sage puppy from our very first litter! That one is especially sweet to us. 🤍 We still have some beautiful little personalities waiting for their perfect match, and we’re excited to help each family find the puppy that feels just right. With love, Stone & Sage ATX 🐾
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Dino and Daphne's litter
Kristin L.
Litter update on 07 Oct •
Texas fall finally decided to make an appearance. 🍂🤎 After weeks of nearly 100° days followed by a long, rainy weekend, we woke up to 64° and the most beautiful morning outside. Needless to say, the puppies approved. 🐶☀️ They’re growing so quickly, their little personalities are really starting to shine, and we’re soaking up these sweet mornings with them while we can. 🤎
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Dino and Daphne's litter
Kristin L.
Litter update on 18 Feb •
Another ATX day, another Atlas moment ☀️🤍 He’s got such a sweet presence.
Logan and Daphne's litter
Kristin L.
Litter update on 18 Feb •
Another pretty ATX day, another Sage moment ☀️🤍 She has a way of stealing the scene.
Logan and Daphne's litter
Kristin L.
Program update on 16 Feb •
Still awaiting her forever home. Looking for the right fit, not the fastest one 🐾 Meet Sage 🤍 Gentle, observant, and quietly confident. Sage has a calm presence with just enough spark — she’s affectionate, people-focused, and beautifully balanced. She’d thrive in a home looking for a loyal companion with a softer, intuitive energy. She's cuddly and playful, agile and smart. We love her. 🤍🐶✨ ✨ Female red tri ✨ Expected to stay on the smaller side ✨ Great with kids and other dogs
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Kristin L.
Litter update on 16 Feb •
Still have some sweet pups available. Some went home with forever families. These guys are waiting for one. Sweet, playful, smart, and so loving. 🤍🐶✨ Meet Atlas 🐾 This is our little male merle, Atlas! Atlas holds the litter together, making sure everyone plays fair. He's our perfect little puppy sheriff. 🤍 Confident, playful, and deeply affectionate — Atlas is a classic velcro Aussie. He’s the biggest of the litter with a sweet, steady temperament and a love for connection. Athletic potential with an off-switch. ✨ Male red merle ✨ Confident + cuddly ✨ Excellent family companion
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Logan and Daphne's litter

Parent dogs

Daphne, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Daphne
ASDR Registered* Daphne is a gentle, affectionate, and easygoing girl with a calm temperament. She is excellent with children, other dogs, and guests, and adapts beautifully to family life.
Good health testing
Wisdom Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1).

Parent health testing

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Toy Australian Shepherd

Stone & Sage ATX Toy & Mini 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.

Vet Wellness Exam
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.

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Kristin to bring home their puppies.

Caden D.
Verified owner · Sept. 2026
We had such a wonderful experience with Kristin and couldn’t be happier with our sweet Apollo! From the very beginning, the entire experience was positive, reassuring, and filled with genuine care. It’s so clear how much love and attention they put into raising their puppies. Apollo came to us happy, well-adjusted, and so incredibly loved. Being first time dog owners made the process seem daunting but Kristin helped make the process so easy. When we get oyr next dog it will be from Kristin! We are so grateful to Stone and Sage for bringing Apollo into our lives. He is everything we could have hoped for and more, and we would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a caring and responsible breeder.