Waterfall Miniature American Shepherd Puppies for sale in Minnesota
Why choose us for your next mini "aussie" puppy? With 30 years of breeding and training experience, Waterfall Miniature American Shepherds & Australian Shepherds is proud to breed quality dogs. Our dams and sires are health tested, temperament tested and create family pets with excellent health and temperaments which is paramount to our breeding program. All of our Minis live in our rural Minnesota home. Waterfall Miniature American Shepherds and Australian Shepherds are an AKC Breeder of Merit in both breeds, as well as an AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T.
Our goal is simple:
to produce beautiful, intelligent, versatile dogs that excel as companions, performance partners, therapy dogs, and show dogs.
Waterfall Miniature American Shepherd Breeding Philosophy!
Every litter is planned with intention and a long-term vision for improving the breed.
We evaluate our dogs based on:
• Correct structure and movement
• Stable, confident temperament
• Genetic health and longevity
• Versatility across sports and performance
• Adherence to the breed standard
Miniature American Shepherds were developed to be intelligent working dogs capable of excelling in many environments. Our breeding program reflects that heritage by producing dogs that can thrive in conformation, performance sports, and active homes.
Health Testing and Responsible Breeding
Health and transparency are fundamental to our program.
All of our breeding dogs undergo extensive health testing recommended for Miniature American Shepherds, including:
• OFA hips
• OFA elbows
• Eye examinations (CAER)
• DNA genetic panels for breed-specific conditions
We publicly share health testing results so puppy buyers can feel confident in the long-term health of their puppy.
Responsible breeding means making decisions that prioritize the future of the breed, not short-term trends.
Purchase Application for a puppy
Mini American Sires
Mini American Dams
Why Waterfall Miniature American Shepherds?
Why choose Waterfall Miniature American Shepherds Proven Dogs With Titles and Accomplishments?
Many Waterfall Miniature American Shepherds have earned titles in multiple venues, demonstrating the versatility and soundness that the breed was originally known for.
Waterfall Miniature American Shepherds participate in and earn titles in activities such as:
• AKC & UKC Conformation
• Fast CAT
• Scent Work in AKC,UKC, and NACSW
• Barn Hunt
• Rally & Obedience in AKC and UKC
• Dock Diving
• Agility and other Performance Sports
Producing versatile dogs capable of succeeding in multiple venues is a hallmark of Waterfall Miniature American Shepherds program. These dogs prove their intelligence, capabilities to learn, and reasons why they are exceptional examples of the breed!
Raising Exceptional Miniature American Shepherd Puppies
Our puppies are raised with a strong focus on early development and proper socialization.
During their early weeks they are exposed to:
• New environments
• Different surfaces and textures
• People and household activity
• Age-appropriate enrichment
This early exposure helps develop Waterfall Miniature American Shepherds that are confident, adaptable, and ready to transition successfully into their new homes.
Ready to get started? Your mini aussie puppy is here!
Step 1
Fill out our online puppy application, so we can determine your needs and find the perfect puppy for you and your family.
Step 2
We jump on the phone to make sure that we are a good fit and everyone will be happy, including the puppy.
Step 3
If we agree to move forward, you pay a deposit to hold your puppy, we work out the details and arrange delivery.
