Williams Shepherds

Raised by Phyllis W.

Certified Breeder of Miniature Australian Shepherds

  • Preferred Breeder
  • 100% response rate • Responds within a few hours

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Williams Shepherds located in Tallapoosa, GA. We value responsible breeding practices and want to do our part to ensure the Australian Shepherd will continue to thrive. We give our dogs the best lives possible. We are looking for families and individuals that will provide our puppies with the same level of love and care.

Phyllis’s experience

  • About Phyllis

    We are a small breeder with only a few litters yearly. We are a retired couple living on our 145 acre cattle and hay farm in NW Georgia.

  • What makes Phyllis’s program special

    We take great lengths in assuring our dogs are healthy and well taken care of. Our litters are born inside in a climate controlled area and remain indoors where they are well socialized until they leave with their new family.

Newborn & upcoming litters

Newborn Miniature Australian Shepherds from Chase and Oakley

Born Jan. 2025. Ready Mar. 27

Newborn Miniature Australian Shepherds from Chase and Oakley

Born Jan. 2025

Ready Mar. 27

Litter and program updates

Getting a puppy from Phyllis

Phyllis 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 $800 - $1,200 and include a non-refundable deposit of $200.

“The price includes the reserve deposit, ASDR registry application, age appropriate vaccinations, deworming, vet exam and puppy pack (mom scented blanket, puppy food, toy). 200.00 deposit to hold puppy. Balance due when puppy is picked up.”

Contract and health guarantee

Phyllis 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 Phyllis 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 Phyllis directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

I utilize the following enrichment methods: Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Daily handling, and Socialized with children.

Puppy health practices

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 Williams Shepherds 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.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Vet records, Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent, and Registration.

Bringing your puppy home

Phyllis offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Tallapoosa, GA 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.

“We don’t ship our puppies. Pups can be picked up at our farm or we can meet at an agreed upon designated location.”

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at a meeting point close to home.

More about Phyllis

  • Phyllis is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

    Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.

  • Phyllis has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years

    Phyllis was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.

  • Phyllis’s program has one size

    Phyllis’s Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies are miniature size. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.

Phyllis is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Williams Shepherds 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

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Williams Shepherds 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.

  • 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).

Verified owner stories

Hear what other owners say about working with Phyllis to bring home their puppies.

  • Cynthia F.

    Sept. 2024

    Phyllis and her husband are an absolute pleasure to work with. They were kind and responsive to any and all questions that we had. They went above and beyond to ensure that we were able to give our...

    JB

    James B.

    Aug. 2024

    Phyllis was a pleasure to work with. She always communicated promptly with very knowledgeable answers. On our pick up day, Phyllis was well prepared, all paper work was completed, vet checkup was...

    Anthony C.

    Aug. 2024

    We had the best experience with Phyllis! We could not have asked for a better breeder or experience picking up our new friend. The encounter from start to finish was excellent throughout the adoption...

    Shaina L.

    Aug. 2024

    Phyllis was very responsive and wonderful to work with. She was detailed in take home/care instructions in order to make the transition to our home seamless. I would highly recommend working with...

    Donna L.

    Aug. 2024

    Phyllis is great to work with, she provided lots of details about the puppies, photos, videos and family time so they are well socialized. I’ve had them for a little over a week now, they do love...

    Victoria A.

    Aug. 2024

    Phyllis was an absolute dream to work with! From the application to picking up our new pup, she was available & very open to any questions we had! The day we picked her up Phyllis opened her home to...