page updated: 09/23/23
How we got started!
Dad and I have always been really close. He got me into riding horses, and I got him into the dogs. As a child my dad had bought a little blue merle male. Little did we know that then he was a pattern white Aussies with way too much white and little merling. But Mickey was the best family dog any one family could ask for. When dad was away, he would patrol the property and keep the terrible things away from us. I remember my little brother starting school and Mickey went along to watch over him. Mom looked all over town and was so worried that someone had stolen him. But at 3:30 that afternoon here come Mickey and Walter home from school. Mickey had laid in the ditch and waited for him to get done for the day and walked him home. After Mickey we had two other aussie’s but none that could take his place. So, for years we had all kinds of dogs, and eventually found another one. Which lead us to where we are today. Dad and I have been into showing and breeding for a little over 33 years (2019) now. We are still learning from this wonderful breed. Every litter is a surprise and a learning time for us. You must know that Aussies are not for everyone. They are strong willed and pushy at times and require patience from most of their handlers. Aussies are not apartment dogs, and they require room to run and exercise. They will herd most anything and small children have been one of our favorites. I was the main driver, and I did and still do the best I can at being a groomer for just our dogs. After my late husband's death, I moved back out to my dad's place. We have 5.5 acres with 3 acres run for the dog. With kennels that are closed in on three sides all accept the fronts. During the summer months they have fans running on them most of the time. Our dogs are spoiled but loved! We would also like to thank the breeders and friends we have made in our travels with this great breed. We also hope to make more along our travels. Dad has retired his part in our dogs. So, I am taking on this endeavor and hope to keep showing and breeding for many years to come.
Gene Merchant passed away on 01/12/2020 after a 14-month battle with Cancer-CHF-Kidney failure. He had just turned eighft-four and will be greatly missed. Love you dad and thank you for all you taught me in life!
In 2023 I bred my first litter of Miniature American Shepherds litter, then in July of that year I added one more and again in January of 2024 added one more. Unfortunatly they are just like Aussies you can't just own one (lol). At this time I have three under a year old and one that was just born, coming by June of 2024. Miniature Americans Shepherds also know as (mini aussies )are just a smaller version of the Australian Shepherds but in a small package with there height starting at 13' up to 18". However I still do not recommend them for apartment living. They are after all a herding breed and need a job and room to run.
From time to time we have dogs that we retire from our program. These dogs are also house trained, leash trained, crate trained and good around people and will do well with other dogs. If you think you would be interested in this type of dog please reach out to me.
Both Dad and I belong to Australian Shepherd Club of America. All of our dogs are dual registered in ASCA and AKC and UKC. All dogs have been or will be OFA'd with Eyes cleared before breeding.
All Miniature Americans will be dual registered through AKC and UKC. All fully health tested before breeding. All health clearances will be listed under each dogs name with there Pedigree and picture.
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