* Older, Started, Trained Puppies *
* S.T.A.R. Puppies In Progress *
​These puppies have stayed with us a little longer and continue their training.  If it is your desire to skip the baby puppy stuff, a Started Miniature American Shepherd Puppy might be right for you!
As an AKC Certified S.T.A.R. Puppy Instructor and Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, I am equipped with expert insights on the most effective skills to teach puppies and their owners early on.  These foundational skills lay the groundwork for a lifetime of success as Canine Good Citizens. ​
​PUPPY BEHAVIORS
  • Free of aggression towards people
  • Free of aggression towards other puppies
  • Tolerates collar, harness, etc. 
  • Owner can hug or hold puppy
  • Puppy allows owner to take away a treat or toy
​PRE-CANINE GOOD CITIZEN TEST BEHAVIORS​
  • ​Allowing petting by someone other than the owner
  • Grooming (owner handles ears & feet)
  • Walks on a leash - follows owner in a straight line
  • Walks by other people​
  • Sits (on cue)
  • Down (on cue)
  • Come (on cue)
  • Reaction to distractions
  • Stay (on leash with another person)
​As a Responsible Breeder, achieving AKC Silver Breeder of Merit, I am committed to the lifetime health & happiness of all my dogs.  Every puppy/dog is under the care of a vet, healthy and active having daily exercise (both physical and mental ~ from running the fields and hillsides of our farm to food puzzles, tricks, and bully stick time on the living room floor), is permanently identified with a microchip for protection (assuring no shelters, rather a real home for life!), born from health tested parents, and comes with a health guarantee.