Tango Australian Shepherds and Minature American Shepherds

Marion L.

Breeder of Miniature Australian Shepherds and Australian Shepherds

Englewood, FL ·
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9 weeks old · Female

Meet the breeder

I'm Marion L., the breeder behind Tango Australian Shepherds and Minature American Shepherds located in Englewood, FL. Exceptional, intelligent, champion bloodlines with AKC Sire is currently being shown in AKC shows and is a Grand Champion. Dam is currntly being shown and needs only 5 points to finish her AKC championship. Grandsire in a Grand Champion with champion bloodlines on both parents sides. Tails docked, dew claws removed. They will have their shots and be current on deworming. Puppy health gurantee. Planned Breeding.

Q. & A. with Marion

Why did you start breeding?
As an only child I met and fell in love with the shepherds. The rest is history
What makes your program special?
Champion bloodlines, Home raised, temperment tested socialized, intellegence. Complete health and genetic health testing done. AKC, UKC, IABACA dog handler
What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our 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 Australian Shepherd puppies include blue merle, black tri, red tri, and red merle. Australian Shepherd puppies are black tri-color. 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.

Tangos Know When to Holdem
Went home
Female
Tangos Poker Face
Went home
Male
Tangos Jokers Wild
Went home
Male
Tangos Royal Flush
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Tangos Triple Sevens
Went home
Female
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 5
Went home
Male

Getting a puppy from Marion

Marion 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, Marion partners with them to find the best puppy match.

“We take great care in placing each puppy with the right family. Rather than a first-come, first-served basis, we match puppies based on their developing temperaments and personalities around 7 to 8 weeks of age. This ensures that each puppy's energy level and traits perfectly align with your family's lifestyle and goa”

Price

Puppy prices include a $500 refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $3,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.

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“Exceptional, intelligent, champion bloodlines registered with AKC. Sire is currently being shown in AKC and is a Grand Champion Dam is also being shown in AKC and is 5 points away from her AKC championship. Grandsire is a Grand Champion with champion bloodlines on both parents sides. Tails docked, dew claws removed. They will have their shots and be current on deworming. Puppy health gurantee. Planned breeding due July 10th 2026. Deposit are non refunable, however maybe used for a different litter.”

Contract & health guarantee

Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion 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
  - 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
  - AKC registration
  - Basic obedience & manners
  - Toys
  - Puppy starter kit
  - Food & treats
  - Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
  - Initial potty training
  - Registration

Location & pick-up

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

Breeder's location

Meet in Englewood, FL

880 miles away

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Sarasota–Bradenton Airport

856 miles away

Meet in Englewood, FL

882 miles away

More about Marion

Club memberships
Marion is a member of Greater Venice Dog Club and Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA).
Certifications & recognitions
Breeder since 1984.
Marion has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
Marion was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Marion’s links
- Website

Marion is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Tango Australian Shepherds and Minature 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

All breeds

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Australian Shepherd

Izzy, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Izzy
An International Champion (Int Ch) blue merle female Miniature American Shepherd is the quintessential picture of athletic elegance, striking color symmetry, and highly focused intelligence. When a female achieves an international title, it means she has been judged by panel experts against rigorous global standards, showcasing outstanding breed type, sound movement, and flawless structure.
Frankie, dad
Australian Shepherd
About Frankie
Frankie is a male Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Marion decided to make him part of their program. Marion 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.
Truly, mom
Australian Shepherd
About Truly
Truly is a female Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marion decided to make her part of their program. Marion 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

Australian Shepherd

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Tango Australian Shepherds and Minature 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 Australian Shepherds.

Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
DNA Disease Panel
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).