Sunrise Miniature American Shepherds
- Delta, OH
- Meetup available in Pittsburgh, PA
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm Jill D., the breeder behind Sunrise Miniature American Shepherds located in Delta, OH. I am a veterinarian that is passionate about breeding health tested puppies that I raise in my home. All of dogs live in my home with me and are pets first. I enjoy talking with potential families to learn about their lives and help them welcome a new puppy into their family.
Q. & A. with Jill
Why did you start breeding?
I always dreamed of owning Australian Shepherds as a child and one summer in veterinary school while on an externship with a veterinarian in Pennsylvania, I fell in love with her Miniature American Shepherd. It didn't take long before I had my first Miniature American and from that point on I was hooked on this breed of little dynamos. What makes your program special?
My goal is to breed Miniature American Shepherds that can excel both in the performance and conformation ring, as well as be wonderful companions for American families. My Miniature Americans are my babies and live with me in my home as my companions before anything else. They sleep in my bed, go to work with me, and are constantly at my side. They stay with me for life and I enjoy training them in whatever disciplines they enjoy most.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, red merle, and blue 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.
Bruno
Went homeMale
Lilly
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Lola
Went homeFemale
Layla
Went homeFemale
Libby
Went homeFemale
Lucy
Went homeFemale
Ralphie
Went homeMale
Girl 3 - Blue Merle
Went homeFemale
Girl 4 - Blue Merle
Went homeFemale
Girl 2 - Dilute Black Tri
Went homeFemale
Girl 1 - Black Tri
Went homeFemale
Boy 4 - Blue Merle
Went homeMale
Boy 3 - Blue Merle
Went homeMale
Boy - Black Tri Male
Went homeMale
Boy 1 - Black Tri Male
Went homeMale
Red tri female #1
Went homeFemale
Red tri female #2
Went homeFemale
Red tri male
Went homeMale
Red Merle Male
Went homeMale
Red merle female
Went homeFemale
Blue Merle Male 4
Went homeMale
Black Tri Female
Went homeFemale
Blue merle male 2
Went homeMale
Black Tri Male 4
Went homeMale
Blue Merle Male 3
Went homeMale
Black Tri Male 5
Went homeMale
Blue Merle Male 1
Went homeMale
Black Tri Male 3
Went homeMale
Black Tri Male 2
Went homeMale
Black Tri Male 1
Went homeMale
Freya
Went homeFemale
Black Tri Girl
Went homeFemale
Red Merle Girl
Went homeFemale
Blue Merle Girl
Went homeFemale
Red Tri Girl
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Jill
Jill 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
“The deposit is refundable up until 6 weeks when puppy picks are finalized. If an owner changes their mind about wanting the pup that they agreed to take anytime after the pup is 6 weeks old the $500 deposit is not refundable. If a pup is returned to us as required by our contract, any refund that might be due is handled on a strictly case by case basis. No refund is guaranteed.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jill 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 Jill 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 Jill 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
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Food & treats
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- Basic obedience & manners
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Jill.
Breeder's location
Meet in Delta, OH
386 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport
377 miles away
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Meet in Pittsburgh, PA
165 miles away
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More about Jill
Certifications & recognitions
Licensed Veterinarian.
Jill has been a member of Good Dog for over 7 years
Jill was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2018.
Jill is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Sunrise 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
Parent dogs
MISSY, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About MISSY
Missy is a lovely girl that I purchased to breed to Red after I owned her 3/4 sister who produced fabulous puppies with Red. Missy is happiest on my lap. She is extremely loyal and since she finished her AKC championship and retired from the show ring she has made herself very comfortable as a couch potato.
Maizey, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Maizey
Maizey is a lovely girl who loves giving kisses and playing
Lula, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Lula
Lula is a sweetheart. Her happiest place is near me on the couch in a pile of pillows. She has produced sweet and puppies that are on the smaller end of the breed standard in her previous litters.
Red, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Red
Red is a male that I bred and he has been an outstanding producer. He produces small to medium sized dogs with very laid back personalities. They love to snuggle, play with toys, and tend to have a lower drive for the breed. red loves absolutely any toy that squeaks and usually insists that the favorite squeaky toy of the day goes to bed with us each night. He is an outstanding boy that will always be my best man
Foxy, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Foxy
Foxy is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jill decided to make her part of their program. Jill 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.
Piper, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Piper
Piper is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Jill decided to make her part of their program. Jill 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
Great level
Sunrise 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.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
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.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Jill to bring home their puppies.
Cici Z.
Verified owner · June 2025
Got Stitch for 2 month now, watch him grows and learning new thing everyday is amazing. He is very playful and has a lot of energy, 4 times a walk per day made my exercise routine!
