I'm Kaylea D., the breeder behind Vigilante Mini Aussies and Schnauzers located in Ferris, TX. We are home-based breeders dedicated to bringing healthy, smart, & quality puppies into the homes & hearts of other families. Each puppy is greatly loved by us! We ensure they are socialized and prepared to excel in their forever homes. Our dogs are bred for those specifics and we take pride in our breeding program.
Q. & A. with Kaylea
Why did you start breeding?
I wanted to do my part to better the breed. My breeding program strives to maintain the unique characteristics of the breeds, while placing an emphasis on producing puppies of superior health, temperament, and structure. Australian Shepherds and Schnauzers have proven to be wonderful companions in my life, and it is a privilege to share that love and friendship with others.
What makes your program special?
My dogs are all health and genetically tested to ensure that the puppies we produce are only contributing positively to the breed. I take pride in my work and am passionate about what my goals of being a responsible breeder. I truly love my puppies and know you will, too!
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 black, red merle, blue merle, and red. Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include blue merle, red merle, red, and black. 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.
Sophie
Reserved
Female
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Boy 2
Went home
Male
Girl 1
Went home
Female
Boy 3
Went home
Male
Girl 3
Went home
Female
Boy 1
Went home
Male
Boy 4
Went home
Male
Girl 2
Went home
Female
Baxter
Went home
Male
Lana
Went home
Female
Peanut
Went home
Male
Toby
Went home
Male
Louie
Went home
Male
Happy
Went home
Male
Tilly
Went home
Female
Rex
Went home
Male
Sir
Went home
Male
Getting a puppy from Kaylea
Kaylea 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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $500 - $2,750 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“Price includes health guarantee, registration (after the puppy gets spayed/neutered), and the best puppy you'll ever love! Deposits are non-refundable, but are transferable to another puppy in certain circumstances.”
Contract & health guarantee
Kaylea 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 Kaylea 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 Kaylea directly.
Vigilante Mini Aussies and Schnauzers 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 Schnauzer
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Theo, dad
Miniature Schnauzer
About Theo
Theo is a male Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kaylea decided to make him part of their program. Kaylea 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.
Trudy, mom
Miniature Schnauzer
About Trudy
Trudy is a female Miniature Schnauzer. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kaylea decided to make her part of their program. Kaylea 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.
Royal, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Royal
Royal is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kaylea decided to make him part of their program. Kaylea 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.
Suede, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Suede
Suede is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kaylea decided to make him part of their program. Kaylea 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.
Lexi, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Lexi
Lexi is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kaylea decided to make her part of their program. Kaylea 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.
Bling, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Bling
Bling is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kaylea decided to make her part of their program. Kaylea 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.
Nina, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Nina
Nina is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Kaylea decided to make her part of their program. Kaylea 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.
Audie, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Audie
Audie is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Kaylea decided to make him part of their program. Kaylea 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
Miniature Schnauzer
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Vigilante Mini Aussies and Schnauzers 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.
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 Kaylea to bring home their puppies.
Caroline C.
Verified owner · Nov. 2022
Vigilante Mini Aussies went above and beyond to answer all of our many questions promptly and thoroughly. She was extremely responsive and helpful throughout the entire process. We could not be happier with the newest addition to our family, Dempsey!