Sweetbay Aussies/ Miniature American Shepherds
- Covington County, AL
- Responds within a few hours
Meet the breeder
I'm Shannon A., the breeder behind Sweetbay Aussies/ Miniature American Shepherds located in Covington County, AL. We are dedicated to always providing our buyers and our puppies with a positive experience, which includes remaining committed to responsible practices when it comes to breeding, training, and rehoming our puppies. Our dogs live in our home for that extra special love and attention.
Q. & A. with Shannon
Why did you start breeding?
My family has always bred dogs. Growing up my family had Cocker Spaniels and later Poodles. My daughter wanted an Australian Shepherd for our farm. That’s how we got started and now have five!What makes your program special?
Our puppies are raised in our home with our family.I have a special friendship with each puppy family we have placed. We really like to get to know our families and make sure our puppies are a great fit!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?
Our Miniature American Shepherd puppies include red & white, red tri-color, black & white, black tri, red merle, and blue merle. Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include yellow, red & white, black & white, blue merle, black tri, 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.
Ben
Went homeMale
Mavis
Went homeFemale
Huck
Went homeMale
Baldwin
Went homeMale
Archer- Boy 1
Went homeMale
Nash- Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Nadia- Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Ginger- Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Lark---Black tri girl 2
Went homeFemale
Webber--Blue boy 1
Went homeMale
Waffles- Blue boy 2
Went homeMale
Lola- Black tri girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Ginger
Went homeFemale
Peach
Went homeFemale
Sadie
Went homeFemale
Davis
Went homeFemale
Max
Went homeMale
Lad
Went homeMale
Gunter
Went homeMale
Judy
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Bentley
Went homeMale
Milo
Went homeMale
Charlie
Went homeMale
Oliver
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Meatloaf
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Shannon
Shannon 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 $1,700 - $2,700 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“This price includes age appropriate first shots and wormings and a vet check prior to going home. Breeding rights are at my discretion and influence the price. Puppies have AKC MAS registration application with the possibility of ASDR registration. Pet only puppies are available and will have a spay/neuter contract.”
Contract & health guarantee
Shannon 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 Shannon 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 Shannon 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
Extras
- Registration
- Food & treats
- Basic obedience & manners
- Initial potty training
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Shannon.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Covington County, AL
756 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Montgomery Airport (Dannelly Field)
683 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Shannon can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Shannon
Shannon has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Shannon was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Shannon is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Sweetbay Aussies/ 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
Royal, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Royal
Royal is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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.
Frannie, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Frannie
Frannie is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Meg, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Meg
Meg is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Ace, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Ace
Ace is a medium drive very loving and affectionate boy. He’s 16 inches tall
Maxine, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Maxine
Maxine is a medium to high drive girl with a natural herding instinct. She loves agility actives.
Maggie, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Maggie
Maggie is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Marley, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Marley
Marley is a female Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Shannon decided to make her part of their program. Shannon 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.
Reese, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Reese
Reese is a male Miniature American Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Shannon decided to make him part of their program. Shannon 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
Miniature American Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Sweetbay Aussies/ 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.
Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD)
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).
