Tater Tails Toy Aussies
- Swampscott, MA
- Responds within a day
Upcoming litters
Planned Toy Australian Shepherd litter
Due Aug. 2026
Meet the breeder
I'm Ashley A., the breeder behind Tater Tails Toy Aussies located in Swampscott, MA. Our dogs are bred to have top qualities that all families want in their puppies, such as compassion, patience, and love! 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.
Q. & A. with Ashley
What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our Toy Australian Shepherd puppies include black tri, blue merle, red merle, and red tri. Miniature American Shepherd puppies include red tri-color, black tri, 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.
Strudel
Went homeMale
RMM2 “Knödel”
Went homeMale
RMM1 “Bretzel”
Went homeMale
Brie
Went homeFemale
Munster
Went homeMale
Gouda
Went homeFemale
Stilton
Went homeMale
Jazz
Went homeFemale
Cameo
Went homeMale
Cortland
Went homeMale
Gala
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Ashley
Ashley 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
“Includes a health guarantee, age-appropriate vaccinations and deworming, comprehensive socialization, a microchip, and a puppy pack! ”
Contract & health guarantee
Ashley 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 Ashley 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 Ashley directly.
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
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Basic obedience & manners
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Ashley.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Swampscott, MA
3652 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Gen. Edward Lawrence Logan Airport
3661 miles away
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More about Ashley
Club memberships
Ashley is a member of Miniature American Shepherd Club of the USA (MASCUSA), American Stock Dog Registry (ASDR), and American Kennel Club (AKC).
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., CHIC Certified.
Ashley has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Ashley was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Ashley is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Tater Tails Toy 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
Ashley A.
Program update on 29 Jan. •Peach earned her Advanced Canine Good Citizen title and ACT1 and ACT1J agility titles ❤️
Ashley A.
Program update on 29 Jan. •Truffle has been having a blast this winter competing in agility and scent work!
Ashley A.
Program update on 29 Jan. •Peach loves the snow!
Ashley A.
Program update on 29 Jan. •
Ashley A.
Program update on 02 Jan. 2025 •Auntie Truffle and her nephew, Cameo
Ashley A.
Program update on 25 Dec. 2024 •The most awkward graduate 👀
Ashley A.
Litter update on 25 Dec. 2024 •Love these waggy little tails! 😍
Russet and Zola's litter
Ashley A.
Litter update on 24 Dec. 2024 •…Setting up a playpen for the puppies in the kitchen and moving them to it for the first time. This will be their “weekend home,” where they can experience the sights, sounds, and smells of our household when it’s busy!
Russet and Zola's litter
Ashley A.
Litter update on 20 Dec. 2024 •Look at those wagging tails!
Russet and Zola's litter
Ashley A.
Litter update on 17 Dec. 2024 •Standing and taking real baby steps!
Russet and Zola's litter
Parent dogs
Peach, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Peach
Peach is one of the best dogs I’ve ever had. She’s sweet, sassy, and silly, and everyone who meets her loves her.
Good health testing
Full Embark Panel, Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), +2 more.Zola, mom
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Zola
Zola is a female Toy Australian Shepherd over 5 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ashley decided to make her part of their program. Ashley 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.
Excellent health testing
Patellar Luxation, Full Embark Panel, +10 more.Strudel, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Strudel
Strudel is from Zola and Russet’s first litter. I hadn’t planned to keep a boy puppy back, but he was irresistible - I fell in love. He’s sweet, sensitive, goofy, and a mama’s boy through and through. He lives for romps through the backyard with his mom Zola, gravity-defying leaps through the air to catch the ball, and blasting through the house carrying bits of cardboard!
Great health testing
Patellar Luxation, Full Embark Panel, +7 more.Russet, dad
Toy Australian Shepherd
About Russet
Russet is a male Toy Australian Shepherd about 6 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Ashley decided to make him part of their program. Ashley 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.
Excellent health testing
Full Embark Panel, Patellar Luxation, +14 more.
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Tater Tails Toy 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 Toy Australian 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.
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.
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy NAD, Craniomandibular Osteopathy (CMO), Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 8 (NCL8), Australian Shepherd Type, Canine Multifocal Retinopathy (cmr3; BEST1 Exon 10 SNP), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC)
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 Ashley to bring home their puppies.
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Nancy Q.
Verified owner · Feb. 2025
Ashley couldn't have been better! She sent us pictures and video every day of little Isla. She gave her a wonderful start to her life in a clean, healthy environment and provided many stimulating activities and toys for her. We are so happy with our Toy Australian Shepherd; Isla is bringing much joy into our lives.
BSBreanna S.
Verified owner · Feb. 2024
We are SO beyond happy with our puppy Korra! Ashley is an amazing breeder that takes pride in the care of her pups. She is sooo good to the pups! Ashley is very responsive and helpful ( I had a LOT of questions). She is very organized and very easy to work with. I am very grateful that I found Tater Tails Toy Aussies. Our baby is absolutely wonderful!! I would choose Tater Tails 10 times over again. 🥰 🐾💜
Craig S.
Verified owner · Feb. 2025
+7I recently purchased a beautiful puppy from Ashley. She welcomed me into her home to meet my new puppy and gave me valuable advice. Upon bringing my puppy home, it was obvious that Ashley had taken very good care of her and spent time training her. My family and I are so happy with our new addition! Ashley an I have stayed in touch and she continues to answer any questions I might have.
Adrienne B.
Verified owner · Feb. 2024
Ashley kept us more in the loop than we could have imagined. She welcomed us into her home to visit our pup several times, and she even started calling her by the name we chose. By the time Phoebe was ready to come home, she knew her name, how to sit, and how to be handled. Ashley does just a wonderful job, and we’re so grateful to have Phoebe join our family—and so is our other dog, Margot!
