I'm the breeder behind Elite Miniature Australian Shepherds located in Corpus Christi, TX. Our dogs are bred to have top qualities that all families want in their puppies, such as compassion, patience, and love! Each of our dogs has brought so much happiness to us throughout their lives. We want to do our part to produce wonderful, healthy dogs that can bring other people joy as well, and we strive to provide each of our puppies with loving homes where they can live happy lives.
About Marina
Hi, my name is Marina and I’m the person behind Elite Miniature Australian Shepherds! I have been a vet tech for 7 years. I enjoy spending all my free time outside working on training with my dogs. I also run my own pet sitting business! Just a busy bird!
What makes Marina’s program special
Everybody’s program is special. My program is special to me because I see how much joy it brings the families who trust me in making the right decision for their new best friend.
Marina 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 $1,000 - $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $400.
“The price includes health guarantee, registration, full rights/limited rights, microchip, vaccines, deworming, etc. The deposit is to hold the puppy of your choice and goes toward the total due for your puppy.”
Marina 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 Marina 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 Marina directly.
Our puppies will be socialized around other dogs, cats, adults and kids. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, and Various sounds.
All puppies will be up to date on age appropriate vaccines, dewormed and checked by our vet before heading to their new homes.
We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Microchip, Registration, Early Neurological Stimulation, Microchipped , Blanket with Littermates' and Mom's scents, Welcome Home bag, Dew claws removed, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Vaccinations, Toy with Mom's Scent, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Breed Club Registration, Puppy Leash, Puppy Collar, Microchip, Food Starter Bag, Blanket with Mom's Scent, and Blanket with Littermates Scent.
Marina 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 flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.
Why Marina started breeding
I currently have 6 aussies and out of the 6 only 4 of them are my breeders. I decided to get into breeding to one, improve the breed for the better. I also felt like I could raise aussies to suit anybody’s life style that may be wanting the breed.
Marina is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Marina has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Marina was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Marina’s program has one size
Marina’s Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.
Marina’s program includes five colors
Marina’s Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include red tri, red merle, red, blue merle, and black tri. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Marina’s links
Elite Miniature Australian Shepherds meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Graffiti
Graffiti is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd over 1 year old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Marina decided to make her part of their program. Marina 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.
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Legend
Legend is a super loving boy! He’s loves to be cuddled but also loves to run and play! He’s a very protective boy and has worked on a little bite work/protection work. His willingness to please blows me away.
Good health testing
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Riot
Riot is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd about 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Marina decided to make him part of their program. Marina 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
PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific)
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Lani
Lani is a sweet girl who loves to play but also loves to sit in your lap. She’s got a great temperament which is why she’s a certified therapy dog! She is full panel clear. Her mom and dads testing is attached to her file.
Good health testing
Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), +1 more
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Good level
Elite Miniature Australian Shepherds 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.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not 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.
Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1), DNA Disease 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).
Hear what other owners say about working with Marina to bring home their puppies.
DAVID M.
Oct. 2024
Thank you for asking! My experience with Marina from Elite Miniature Australian Shepherds was wonderful. She was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful throughout the entire process. Marina provided...
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.