Vigilante Mini Aussies and Schnauzers
Kaylea D.
Breeder of Miniature American Shepherds, Miniature Schnauzers, and Miniature Australian Shepherds
- Ferris, TX
Meet the breeder
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.
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
"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.
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
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Kaylea.
Breeder's location
Meet in Ferris, TX
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Dallas Love Field
Flexible meeting point
Kaylea can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Kaylea
Kaylea has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Kaylea was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Kaylea is a trusted Good Dog breeder
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
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.
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.
Parent health testing
Miniature American Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Miniature Schnauzer
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.
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy NAD, Chondrodystrophy and IVDD Risk (CDDY-IVDD), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), 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 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!
