Talatigi Aussies
Meet the breeder
I'm Christine S., the breeder behind Talatigi Aussies located in Talladega, AL. We are a small home based breeder of Mini American Shepherds. Each puppy born into our care is carefully monitored and worked with to ensure the perfect friend and companion for you and your family. We are Talatigi Aussies!
Q. & A. with Christine
Why did you start breeding?
I started breeding standard Australian Shepherds in 2008. In 2021 I suffered breast cancer treatment. The big dogs became too much for me to handle. So, we now raise and breed the smaller miniature and toy version. They are my heart dogs.What makes your program special?
I work diligently to secure the best dogs for our program. They are matched with each other for the best breeding traits and personalities to ensure beautiful, loving lifetime friends and pets for our clients .What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Miniature American Shepherd puppies include black tri, red merle, blue merle, and red. Toy Australian Shepherd puppies include red, black tri, blue merle, 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.
Jake
Went homeMale
Raylen
Went homeMale
Ghost
Went homeMale
Chance
Went homeMale
Cherokee
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Christine
Christine 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 $200 - $550 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Our price includes healthy puppies that have been wormed and are up to date on their puppy shots. It also includes applications to get your puppy registered with AKC and ASDR. Our deposits allow us to take your puppy off the market and show it as belonging to you. It also helps pay for all the needs of your puppy while he/she is still here.”
Contract & health guarantee
Christine 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 Christine 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 Christine 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Christine.
Puppy pick-up locations
Christine will coordinate all the details with you.
Meet in Talladega, AL
4683 miles away · Christine's location
Meet at Atlanta Georgia airport
4598 miles away
Meet at BHM airport
4702 miles away near Birmingham, AL
Puppy transport options
Christine offers options to safely drop-off your new puppy.
More about Christine
Christine has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Christine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Christine’s links
Christine is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Talatigi 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
Parent dogs
Rocket, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Rocket
Rocket is our beautiful sure. He is a handsome Red Merle with a loving personality. He watches out for his ladies and is a gentle sweet father to his puppies. Rocket stands 16" at the shoulder.
Rocket, dad
Miniature American Shepherd
About Rocket
Rocket is a dynamic and beautiful Red Merle Male. He is loving and good natured. He watches over his family and takes his responsibilities seriously.
Ember, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Ember
Red-tri female Mini American Shepherd
Kalani, mom
Miniature American Shepherd
About Kalani
Kalani is my beautiful black-tri female. She is definitely my heart dog. She is smart, inquisitive, stubborn, extremely spoiled and bossy. We love her so much! She is an excellent mother to her puppies and keeps them clean and fed. Kalani weighs in at 14 lbs.
Parent health testing
Miniature American Shepherd
Toy Australian Shepherd
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Talatigi 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 American Shepherds.
DNA Disease Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)
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).
