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Wiggle Rump Ranch Guardian Program

At Wiggle Rump Ranch, we’re passionate about preserving the exceptional genetics of the Miniature American Shepherd while ensuring our dogs live fulfilling, happy lives. Our Guardian Program offers a unique opportunity for you to welcome a “pick of the litter” puppy, adolescent, or adult breeding dog into your family at a companion price, with financial benefits for participating in our program. This special arrangement lets you enjoy the companionship of an incredible dog while helping us continue to build a superior breeding program.

Your Guardian dog will live with you as a cherished family member while Wiggle Rump Ranch retains breeding rights for a limited time. Once their breeding career is complete, your dog will be spayed or neutered and remain a permanent member of your family. This program ensures our breeding dogs experience the joy of living in loving homes while allowing us to focus on maintaining the highest breed standards.

What You Provide

As a Guardian, you’ll be responsible for:
  • Routine veterinary care, including vaccinations, grooming, deworming, and monthly heartworm prevention (if recommended for your area).
  • Training, regular exercise, and socialization.
  • Feeding premium foods, supplements, and treats from 509 Pet Pantry.
  • Providing a safe, secure home environment with physical fencing and a loving, engaged family life.

Guardians are not responsible for any breeding-related expenses—those are covered entirely by Wiggle Rump Ranch.

What You Receive
  • Top-Quality Dog: Your Guardian dog represents the best of Wiggle Rump Ranch, selected for exceptional traits that meet the breed standard.
  • Comprehensive Health Testing: Your Guardian dog will be fully health-tested by 24 months of age at no cost to you.
  • Lifetime Support: Enjoy being part of our Wiggle Rump family, with ongoing support and guidance as you help us nurture the next generation of outstanding Miniature American Shepherds.

Program Requirements

To be considered for our Guardian Program, you must:
  • Live within 200 miles of Ellensburg, WA.
  • Provide a safe, secure environment with physical fencing.
  • Own (or securely rent) your home.
  • Have a schedule that allows your dog to receive consistent attention, especially during puppyhood.
  • Have reliable transportation and the ability to bring your dog to us for breeding purposes.

Guardian dogs should never be left outside in a kennel for extended periods. Families with full-time jobs are welcome, provided the dog is a priority after work hours and receives appropriate care, such as daycare and/or dog walkers for younger dogs.

How the Program Works

Females: When a female Guardian dog comes into heat, you’ll notify us immediately. Breeding-related appointments will be scheduled, and after she is bred, she’ll stay with you until one week before her due date. At that point, she’ll return to Wiggle Rump Ranch to whelp and raise her litter. She’ll rejoin your family once her pups are weaned (around six weeks of age). Most females will have 1–3 litters during their breeding career, with timing and health being top priorities.

Males: Male Guardian dogs will remain in your home full-time and may occasionally need to visit Wiggle Rump Ranch for breeding appointments.

If, for any reason, Wiggle Rump Ranch decides not to include your Guardian dog in our breeding program, you’ll receive written permission to spay or neuter them.

Why We Created the Guardian Program

By partnering with Guardian families, we can expand our efforts to provide exceptional Miniature American Shepherds while ensuring our breeding dogs live enriched, family-focused lives.

Our Guardian Program is a win-win: you’ll enjoy the companionship of a top-quality dog, while contributing to the happiness of families across the country who will benefit from your dog’s incredible genetics.

If you’re interested in joining the Wiggle Rump Ranch Guardian Program, we’d love to connect! Contact us today to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Guardian Sales Agreement ~ Male

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Guardian Sales Agreement ~ Female

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Wiggle Rump Ranch was established in 2006 as a breeder of Miniature Australian Shepherds specializing in Toy Aussies and Mini Aussies of exceptional character for family companions.  Temperament & health have always been first and foremost. 
NOW AKC Miniature American Shepherds since 2011/FSS and in the AKC Herding Group since 2015, Wiggle Rump dogs continue to be champions of their homes and now have earned their place at top levels in the AKC show ring. ​