- Affenpinscher
- American Corgi
Purebred
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Lottie's Mini Aussies
- Hillsville, VA
- Responds within a day
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Lottie's Mini Aussies located in Hillsville, VA. Our animals are a big part of our lives and we pride ourselves on raising healthy, happy, well-socialized Miniature Aussies! We focus on the proper development of all our puppies because we know that each one is unique and deserving of undivided love and attention. Our dogs are our family, and we give that same love to each puppy as we prepare them to join their forever homes. It is our goal to find loving homes for our puppies and provide families and individuals with the Miniature Australian Shepherd of their dreams!
Q. & A. with Lauren
Why did you start breeding?
I live on a 110 acre beef cattle farm, my parents have raised dogs for almost 28 years and I thought it would be perfect for me. The Mini Aussies have excelled our expectations for working, brains, agility and all around great family dog.What makes your program special?
250 genetic testings have been done on my adult mini aussies and puppies will never be affected for any. At 2 days old the puppies are taken to the vet to have their tails and declaws removed, puppies will then go back to the vet at 6 weeks of age for a complete check up, vecile test and up to date vaccines. Puppies are raised inside the house with me and my family.What are the different breed sizes in your program?
Our puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include blue merle and red merle. 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.
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Jasper
Went homeMale
Caroline
Went homeFemale
Cash
Went homeMale
Abbie
Went homeFemale
Maggie
Went homeFemale
Star
Went homeMale
Milo
Went homeMale
Rip
Went homeMale
Myst
Went homeMale
Rodeo
Went homeMale
Jax
Went homeMale
Cinch
Went homeMale
Piper
Went homeFemale
Rustie
Went homeMale
Rayne
Went homeFemale
Raven
Went homeFemale
Rhett
Went homeMale
Rambo
Went homeMale
Ruby
Went homeFemale
River
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Lauren
Lauren 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 range from $1,000 - $1,600 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.
“Prices determined by color and quality. The deposits are nonrefundable unless your puppy does not get a 100% health checkup at that time deposit will be returned in full, placed on another available puppy or future breeding buyers decision.”
Contract & health guarantee
Lauren 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 Lauren 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 Lauren 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
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can fly or drive to pick up your puppy from Lauren.
Puppy pick-up locations
Lauren will coordinate all the details with you.
Meet in Hillsville, VA
Meet at ROA airport
Meet at CLT airport
Flexible meeting point
Lauren can meet at a location that works for both of you
Puppy transport options
Lauren offers options to safely drop-off your new puppy.
More about Lauren
Certifications & recognitions
Puppy Culture Breeder.
Lauren has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Lauren was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Lauren’s links
Lauren is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Lottie's Mini 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
Parent dogs
Sila, mom
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Sila
Sila is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Lauren decided to make her part of their program. Lauren 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.
Spur, dad
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Spur
Spur is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Lauren decided to make him part of their program. Lauren 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.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Lottie's Mini 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.
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).
