I'm the breeder behind New Dawn Aussies located in Litchfield Park, AZ. Our Miniature American Shepherd Puppies are bred to be loyal, healthy, confident family companions. Our dogs are AKC registered and raised in the home. **I will no longer be placing my puppies in a pet home unless you've had a puppy before and/or experience with the breed.
Jessica 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 $2,500 and include a refundable deposit of $500.
“The price includes the guarantee, AKC registration, first round of vaccinations, deworming, and puppy socialization. Holding fees can be transferred to future litters. If buyer requests a refund, seller will issue refund AFTER said puppy is eight weeks of age.”
Jessica 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 Jessica 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 Jessica directly.
Our puppies are well-adjusted to a home environment and socialized with children and other dogs. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Building Fetching Desire, also have lots of friends and family who come over to handle the puppies and help out with the puppies daily. I do not take them to public places to expose them to people as they are not fully vaccinated until 16 weeks. , Crate Training , car riding , Noise desensitized , Various Surfaces , Strangers, Toys, e.g. Ball, Touch Desensitization, Early Neurological Stimulation, Grooming Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Elderly, Socialized with Other Animals, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Children, Introduction to leash walking, Initial Potty Training, Lots of loving and handling!, Regular Grooming, nail trim, clippers, bath, blow dryer, brushing, etc., We begin potty training along with crate training & believe the two go hand in hand., We litter train our puppies by 4 weeks which makes crate training very easy., Early socialization, neural stimulation, Basic Obedience Commands, Dog door, Scent Introduction, Noise desensitization, Litter Box Trained, Doggy door training , Behavioral shaping , Car Training , Human Interactions , Impulse Control, Puppy Manners, Puppy Culture , Basic manners, Name recognition , Potty training, crate training, Sit Command, Crate Training, and "No" Biting or Chewing.
Certified Good Dog breeders ensure their puppies are healthy and ready for their new homes. Puppies receive the appropriate vaccinations and are dewormed or have a clear fecal exam before they leave. While New Dawn Aussies hasn’t shared details about their specific health practices yet, we encourage you to reach out to learn more about how they care for their puppies.
Your puppy may come with extra benefits, like a small bag of food or a toy carrying the scent of their littermates. While New Dawn Aussies hasn’t shared specifics yet, we encourage you to reach out directly to learn what thoughtful extras they may include to help your puppy transition comfortably into their new home.
Jessica 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.
“We encourage everyone to come to our home to pick up your puppy, however, if you’re traveling by air, we can meet you at the airport. We also have a flight puppy nanny available for a fee. ”
Jessica has been a member of Good Dog for almost 3 years
Jessica was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Jessica’s program includes three colors
Jessica’s Miniature American Shepherd puppies include black, red merle, and blue merle. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
New Dawn Aussies meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Miniature American Shepherd
Excellent level
New Dawn 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 American Shepherds.
Hip Dysplasia
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.
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.
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).