Black Hills Aussies

Stephanie T.

Breeder of Miniature Australian Shepherds and Australian Shepherds

  • Prescott, AZ
  • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm Stephanie T., the breeder behind Black Hills Aussies located in Prescott, AZ. We are passionate breeders of Miniature Australian Shepherds, dedicated to raising happy, healthy, and well-socialized puppies. Located in Prescott AZ and Spearfish SD, we focus on preserving the breed’s exceptional temperament, intelligence, and versatility.

Q. & A. with Stephanie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    I started breeding Aussies because I fell in love with their intelligence, loyalty, and energy after owning my first Mini Aussie. Their ability to be both active partners and loving companions inspired me to share this incredible breed with others. Breeding allows me to focus on health, temperament, and creating lifelong bonds for families. It’s a true passion!

  • What makes your program special?

    My dedication to raising healthy, happy puppies with excellent temperaments. I focus on quality over quantity, ensuring every puppy is well-socialized and ready to thrive in their new homes. A unique aspect of my program is that I leave my Aussies’ tails natural, honoring their original beauty and individuality. My goal is to preserve the breed’s best traits while creating lifelong companions.

  • What are the different breed sizes in your program?

    Our 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 Australian Shepherd puppies include red & white, black & white, blue merle, black tri, red tri, and red merle. Australian Shepherd puppies include black, red merle, blue merle, black tri-color, and red tri-color. 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.

Getting a puppy from Stephanie

Stephanie 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 $200 non-refundable deposit and between $800 - $2,300 final payment, before taxes & fees.

"This price includes ASDR and AKC registrable pupa. First vet visit and vaccinations. Socialization and potty training. Our pups are based solely off of color not gender. Tris are all one price point while Merle’s are at another. Please message for info."

Contract & health guarantee

Stephanie 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 Stephanie 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 Stephanie directly.

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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
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Stephanie.

Breeder's location

Meet in Prescott, AZ

Other pick-up locations

Meet at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

More about Stephanie

  • Club memberships

    Stephanie is a member of AKC , ASDR , ASDR, and AKC .

  • Stephanie has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Stephanie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

  • Stephanie’s links

Stephanie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Black Hills 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

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Black Hills 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 Miniature Australian Shepherds.

  • Full Embark Panel

    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 Stephanie to bring home their puppies.

  • Lisamarie S.

    Verified owner · Jan. 2025

    Puppy is doing great . I'm exhausted but that's puppy life . We working on constant schedule with play exercise , potty training , naps & lots of love . We are hoping to sleep through the night soon .

Photos

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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