Spirited Dreams Toy Aussies
- Certified Good Dog Breeder
Meet the breeder
I'm the breeder behind Spirited Dreams Toy Aussies located in Hot Springs, SD. Our dogs are bred for health, temperament, and intelligence. We strive to produce the best overall pets and family members. We cherish each of our dogs and puppies, and we do everything we can to make sure that they get the best lives possible. That includes everything from choosing healthy parents with good temperaments, to proper socialization and daily care, to placing them in loving homes with wonderful families. We strive to provide each of our puppies and their families with a truly positive experience!
Aimee’s experience
About Aimee
I was raised in Northern California and in high school I joined FFA. My senior year I got my first Aussie pup from a friend, cared for and trained him myself. I now have 3 Aussies, 2 are toys. They love to play frisbee and run agility. I love the toy size (travel size and perfect for a lap dog). After moving to South Dakota I was invited to go to a dog show & show my dogs and was hooked.
What makes Aimee’s program special
All my dogs are raised in my home. They are family. I am present at every birth to make sure every puppy has the best start in life. They are handled daily to get used to different smells and sights so they adjust quickly to humans. When they are bigger I take them outside to run, play and explore. At 4 weeks they are introduced to the crate making the transition to their new family easier.
Getting a puppy from Aimee
Aimee 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.
Price
Puppy prices range from $1,500 - $2,500 and include a non-refundable deposit of $500.
“Merles and especially with blue eyes will be more because they are more in demand. Tri’s with brown eyes or bigger pups will be more to the lower end. Any combination of size, sex, color, eye color can affect the price. Breeding rights are $250 in addition to the price of the pup. To hold a puppy or to purchase a puppy I ask for a deposit. The deposit will be deducted from the price of the puppy. Balance is due and funds cleared, before the puppy leaves the premises.”
Contract and health guarantee
Aimee 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 Aimee 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 Aimee directly.
What's included
Enrichment and socialization
Our puppies are well adjusted to our home environment both inside and outside. They are handled by all my family including my grandkids. They are given bedtime treats and learn to sit to get a treat. If the litter isn’t too big I try to get them leash trained.
Puppy health practices
All puppies are checked by a veterinarian that they are 100% healthy and will be UTD on all vaccinations and de-worming.
Extras
We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Registration, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, Vet records, Toys, and Food & treats.
Bringing your puppy home
Aimee offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
Pick up your puppy in Hot Springs, SD or nearby
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.
Get your puppy dropped off to you
We’ll meet at a mutually convenient halfway point to drop off your puppy. Once your application is approved, we’ll coordinate the details for your pick-up day together.
More about Aimee
Why Aimee started breeding
After moving to SD & losing my 2nd Aussie, I bought a male. 3 yrs later I bought a female & started my breeding program carefully studying the breed, testing the parents, to produce the best puppies with the most correct conformation, movement, temperament, & intelligence as possible. I have found they don’t have to have a job like the Border Collie. They are such a versatile breed! Love them!
Aimee has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Aimee was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Aimee’s program includes two colors
Aimee’s Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies are red merle. Aimee’s Toy Australian Shepherd puppies are black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Aimee is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Spirited Dreams Toy 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 health testing
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Toy Australian Shepherd
Good level
Spirited Dreams Toy 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.
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), 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).