I'm the breeder behind The Ranch of the Sun Toy Aussies located in Boerne, TX. We responsibly breed, raise, and socialize healthy pups so others can enjoy the gift of living life with an Australian Shepherd! Matching each family with the right puppy is the key to our success and yours. We are honored to bring another member of the family into your life!
About Karen
We own a working ranch in Texas . We raise and sell Nigerian Dwarf goats. We also have chickens, rabbits, horses and Toy Aussies! We own the mom and dad to this litter up for discussion! Our Aussies are raised around, herd and work our animals. They are raised around children of all ages.
What makes Karen’s program special
Our Aussies are extra small and have been raised around all kinds of other animals and really small people. Both Mom and Dad have double Blue Eyes.
Boy 2
Male • Ready May 19, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Boy 1
Male • Ready May 19, 2023
Australian Shepherd
Boy 1
Male • Went Home June 2, 2023
Toy Australian Shepherd
Boy 2
Male • Went Home June 2, 2023
Toy Australian Shepherd
Newborn Australian Shepherds from Charlie and Odie
Born Mar. 2023. Ready May 19, 2023
Newborn Australian Shepherds from Charlie and Odie
Born Mar. 2023
Ready May 19, 2023
Karen 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 - $1,200 and include a non-refundable deposit of $200.
“Our price includes all health checkups and immunizations allowed, deworming and puppy socialization. We except a non-refundable deposit to hold your puppy. You will receive pictures and health updates during the process of you purchasing a Toy Aussie from us. Once we receive your deposit then we consider the puppy you picked to be "SOLD".”
Karen 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 Karen 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 Karen directly.
Our puppies are well adjusted and socialized around all kinds of animals , people, family , friends and lots of little tiny kids !!! I utilize the following enrichment methods: Exposure to livestock, Exposure to poultry, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Puppy Culture , Outdoors, e.g. rain, Noises , Structures, e.g. Climbing, Chew, e.g. Bone, Early Neurological Stimulation, Grooming Desensitization, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Touch Desensitization, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Elderly, Socialized with Other Animals, and Socialized with Children.
Our puppies will get all their basic health checks along with their vaccinations and dewormer . Our puppies will come with a certificate of good health .
We send our puppies home with Puppy Dewormer, Vaccinations, Puppy Collar, Food Starter Bag, and Certificate of Health.
Karen 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 don't ship puppies. You are welcome to our home, or we are glad to come to San Antonio Airport to meet you for Pickup!”
Why Karen started breeding
Because we love Aussies !!!
Karen has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Karen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Karen’s program includes two colors
Karen’s Toy Australian Shepherd puppies include blue merle and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
The Ranch of the Sun Toy Aussies meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Miniature Australian Shepherd
About Odie
Odie is a female Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karen decided to make her part of their program. Karen 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 Charlie
Charlie is a male Miniature Australian Shepherd. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Karen decided to make him part of their program. Karen 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.
Toy Australian Shepherd
Good level
The Ranch of the Sun 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 Toy Australian Shepherds.
Animal Genetics 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).