Minikin Manor

Raised by Chris J.

Certified Breeder of Toy Australian Shepherds

  • Preferred Breeder

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Minikin Manor located in Georgetown, TX. We are a small family breeder of quality toy Australian Shepherds in central Texas. All of our dogs and puppies are raised as pets and members of our family. Our breedings are carefully planned, taking into consideration quality, temperament, energy levels, and past pairings.

Chris’s experience

  • About Chris

    We have been breeding quality toy Australian shepherds since 2007. We are very well versed in genetics, health, care, socialization, and training. This helps us set our puppies up for success in their new homes!

  • What makes Chris’s program special

    Our dogs truly resemble their larger counterparts. Temperaments, intelligence, and the true Australian shepherd are all preserved in our dogs. They are raised following a modified version of Puppy culture that we have geared towards our lines over many years. It involves enrichment activities, challenged, and exposure to as much as we can pack in. We stand 100% behind our puppies.

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Getting a puppy from Chris

Chris 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. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. 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 range from $1,200 - $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $300.

“Price includes puppy, limited registration unless otherwise discussed, lifetime support, vaccinations/dewormings which vary depending on their age, puppy starter bag, and a lot of handy tips and suggestions. Deposits are asked to hold a puppy that we both agree is the right puppy. This will be at or later than 6 weeks of age typically.”

Contract and health guarantee

Chris 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 Chris 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 Chris directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

Our puppies have a jam packed 8 weeks. Starting with early neurological stimulation, startle recovery, exposure to so many things, challenges, grooming, and being underfoot! I utilize the following enrichment methods: Human contact from birth, and on daily basis, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Texture stimulation, Puppy Culture , Noises , Various Surfaces , car riding , Noise desensitized , Strangers, Structures, e.g. Climbing, Scents, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Touch Desensitization, Grooming Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Elderly, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Children, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, and Early Neurological Stimulation.

Puppy health practices

Puppies have all been seen by a vet, vaccinated, and parents are genetic tested and health screened. We also take feedback from buyers over the lifetime of their dogs to determine which dogs may be problematic. Our lines are extremely healthy!

Extras

We send our puppies home with Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Puppy Collar, and Food Starter Bag.

Bringing your puppy home

Chris offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Georgetown, TX or nearby

If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.

“Puppies can be picked up from our home, ABIA airport, or a puppy nanny is buyer has a trusted nanny.”

More about Chris

  • Why Chris started breeding

    I've always grown up with dogs. I was introduced into dog breeding by my mom at the age of 10. Even then I couldn't possible learn enough. I read every book I could get my hands on. After owning a Miniature Aussie and falling in love with the breed we began playing around with the idea of breeding. We researched absolutely everything. The rest is history!

  • Chris is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

    Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.

  • Chris has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Chris was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

Chris is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Minikin Manor 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

Meet Chris's parent dogs

All breeds

Toy Australian Shepherd

Parent health testing

Toy Australian Shepherd

Breeder-Reported Testing

Great level

Minikin Manor 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 (rDVM, not registered)

    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.

  • Elbow Dysplasia (rDVM, not registered)

    Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.

  • Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA), 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.

  • Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not 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.

  • 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.

  • DNA Disease Panel, 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).