All of our puppies are raised in our home. They are handled and familiar with household noises and activities. We use a program that include Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), Early Scent Introduction (ESI), and the Rule of 7s puppy socialization with all our puppies. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Socialized with other animals, Daily handling, Socialized with children, Socialized in new places, Scent introduction, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) , Touch, pets, and kisses are encouraged during human socialization., Introduction to crate training, ENS, We start crate training, We litter train our puppies by 4 weeks which makes crate training very easy., Early socialization, surface and tactile stimulation, neural stimulation, Scent Introduction, Noise desensitization, Litter Box Trained, Doggy door training , Human Interactions , Puppy Manners, Name recognition , Sit Command, "No" Biting or Chewing, Rules of 7, Early Scent Introduction, Early Neurological Stimulation, and Early Socialization.
All puppies will have been dewormed, received all age appropriate shots, had their tail docked and receive a final vet check before they leave. .
We send our puppies home with Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Registration, Basic obedience & manners, Vet records, Food & treats, Toys, Puppy starter kit, Initial potty training, and Welcome Home bag.
Why Andrea started breeding
We’ve owned Australian Shepherds for the last 40 years, starting with Standard Aussies then more recently falling head over heals for the miniature Aussie.
Andrea is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Andrea has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years
Andrea was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Andrea’s program has one size
Andrea’s Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.
Andrea’s program includes 20 colors
Andrea’s Australian Shepherd puppies include red merle, red tri-color, blue merle, and black tri-color. Andrea’s Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include red & white, red tri, red, blue merle, red merle, black & white, black tri, and black. Andrea’s Toy Australian Shepherd puppies include red & white, red tri, red merle, red, black & white, blue merle, black tri, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Hear what other owners say about working with Andrea to bring home their puppies.
Katie F.
July 2023
I really enjoyed the experience of getting to know our breeder at Rigas Mini Aussies. Once we found this breeder, we contacted Andrea and asked her questions about how she raises puppies and questions...