Yaw's Mini Aussies

Raised by Kathleen Y.

Certified Breeder of Miniature Australian Shepherds

  • Preferred Breeder
  • 100% response rate • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Yaw's Mini Aussies located in Molalla, OR. In order to produce the best quality puppies, we breed with a focus on health, temperament, and structure. We are passionate about our dogs, and our love for them shines through in every aspect of our breeding program.

Newborn & upcoming litters

Newborn Miniature Australian Shepherds from Checks and Juniper

Born Nov. 2024. Ready Jan. 12

Newborn Miniature Australian Shepherds from Checks and Juniper

Born Nov. 2024

Ready Jan. 12

Getting a puppy from Kathleen

Kathleen 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 $1,400 - $1,800 and include a non-refundable deposit of $350.

“The price includes 2 year health guarantee, pedigree, information packet, dog food, leash, collar, current with shots and worming. goes toward purchase price.”

Contract and health guarantee

Kathleen 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 Kathleen 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 Kathleen directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

From the very beginning puppies are handled and given lots of love. When the puppies start getting around we provide a litter box with wood pellet litter, so puppies learn right away to potty in designated area. We increase play area allowing them to learn to choose/go to their litter box to potty in. Around 6 weeks weather permitting they then uses the doggie door. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Car rides, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Socialized with children, Socialized in new places, Scent introduction, Surface & tactile stimulation, Various sounds, Socialized with other animals, Steps , Bathing, grooming and nail trimming., Dog Door Training, And showed lots of love, Car Rides, Outdoors (when Weather permits), Puppy Culture , Outdoors, e.g. rain, Socialized with Other Animals, crate training, Various Surfaces , Toys, e.g. Ball, Household Desensitization, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Children, Potty Training, Crate Training, and "No" Biting or Chewing.

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Puppy health practices

Puppies are given all age appropriate vaccines and wormed regularly to insure health start.

Extras

We send our puppies home with Registration, Initial potty training, Vet records, Our puppies are all sent home with welcome home bags and information. , Vaccinations, Puppy Leash, Puppy Collar, and Food Starter Bag.

Bringing your puppy home

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

Pick up your puppy in Molalla, OR 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

Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Kathleen

  • Kathleen is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder

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

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

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

  • Kathleen’s program has two sizes

    Kathleen’s Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include tiny and miniature sizes. Sizes will vary by litter based on the parent dogs.

  • Kathleen’s program includes four colors

    Kathleen’s Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies include red, red merle, blue merle, and black. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Kathleen’s links

Kathleen is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Yaw's Mini 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

Meet Kathleen's parent dogs

All breeds

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Parent health testing

Miniature Australian Shepherd

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Yaw's Mini 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.

  • Hereditary (Juvenile) Cataracts (HC; JC), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Multiple Drug Sensitivity (MDR1)

    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 Kathleen to bring home their puppies.

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    Dan J.

    Feb. 2024

    Kathleen at Yaw’s Mini was very responsive and kept us updated. We love our puppy!

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