Raised by Ashley D.
Certified Breeder of Australian Shepherds, Miniature American Shepherds, Miniature Australian Shepherds, and Toy Australian Shepherds
I'm the breeder behind Dusty Spring Australian Shepherds, LLC located in Pennsylvania. Our dogs are health tested and health certified to produce quality puppies. They live in our home and are a part of our family. Puppies are also raised in our home so they have constant social interaction and they become accustomed to daily activities.
About Ashley
I'm Ashley and I've been a dog enthusiast since I could remember. I've always owned pets and I also spent a few years with a kennel, helping with whelping and preparing puppies for new homes. I met my first Aussie at a previous job and absolutely fell in love with their temperament and sweet personality. I love the fact that I get to share my love for the breed with new owners!
What makes Ashley’s program special
I am a small breeding operation. My dogs are raised in our home and the pups are socialized from the day they are born. I take great care to ensure the health (genetic and physical) are up to standards for both our adult dogs and the puppies. Not to mention they are a bit spoiled! We typically raise 3-4 litters each year.
Ashley is a member of 2 clubs
AKC, American Stock Dog Registry
Ashley D.
Rip and Winnie's litter
Ashley D.
Rip and Winnie's litter
Ashley D.
Rip and Cheyenne's litter
Ashley 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.
Puppy prices range from $1,500 - $3,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $550.
“Puppy prices are dependent on pedigree, gender, color and full registration (breeding/show contract), details will be given. Full registration is given on a discretionary basis and will be determined when a puppy is no younger than 4 weeks old. This will be a private agreement made between the buyer and seller, so please inquire about further details. Tails are docked, unless buyer requests a full tail by the time the puppy is 3 days old. Payment for that puppy must be made in FULL prior to the puppies age of 3 days. Deposit is a non-refundable reservation and/or holding fee in good faith that the buyer is fully committed to buying a puppy from our program. It is also transferrable to any litter and comes off the final cost of the puppy.”
Ashley 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 Ashley 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 Ashley directly.
At the beginning stages of their lives, the pups are introduced to Early Neurological Stimulation. As they age, our pups are handled daily by members of our family (dogs included). We interact with them by playing and teaching basic commands. They are also at the beginning stages of potty and crate training before they leave for their new homes. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Car rides, Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Daily handling, Socialized with other dogs, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Various sounds, Potty training, crate training, Socialized with Children, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Sound Stimulation, Household Desensitization, Grooming Desensitization, Touch Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Toys, e.g. Ball, and Chew, e.g. Bone.
Our pups receive a health certificate by 8 weeks of age from our veterinarian. They are also dewormed, microchipped and given vaccines on an age-appropriate schedule.
We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Registration, Puppy starter kit, Microchip, Initial potty training, Toys, Basic obedience & manners, Vet records, Food & treats, Puppy Starter Kit, Breed Club Registration, Certificate of Health, Food Starter Bag, Microchip, and Vaccinations.
Ashley offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
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.
Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.
Dusty Spring Australian Shepherds, LLC meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Miniature American Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Willow
Willow is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd almost 2 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Ashley decided to make her part of their program. Ashley 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.
Good health testing
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy NAD, PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
Miniature American Shepherd
About Rip
Rip is a black tri male with two blue eyes. He is 11" tall, approx 9 pounds. Non-merle and red factored Sweet personality, and a cuddly lap-dog type *Rip is being offered to select outside females (collection and AI only). Please message for details.
Good health testing
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Denali
Blue merle female with a heart of gold. She loves everyone and loves to play with puppies! She is 12.5" tall and about 15lbs.
Good health testing
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
Miniature American Shepherd
About Cheyenne
Cheyenne is a blue merle with two blue eyes. She is 11" tall, approx 10 pounds. She loves to cuddle and give kisses!
Good health testing
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
Australian Shepherd
Miniature American Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Toy Australian Shepherd
Good level
Dusty Spring Australian Shepherds, LLC 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 Australian Shepherds.
Full Embark Panel, PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
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).
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.