Current and Upcoming Litters!
Please see our general information about puppy prices, drive, and size estimates.
We have a new litter arriving in approximately three weeks. Please let me know if you have any questions or would like more information on these 2 litters.
Flame is bred to Gunner. Gunner is a son of Kibo and Cindy. There should be some really good sports prospects in this litter. This litter will keep their tails. She is due October 6.
General puppy information
Pricing & Deposit Policy
At Shade Tree Aussies, we evaluate each puppy individually to ensure fair pricing. Our prices are based on color (tri or merle, red or blue), size, eye color, the parents’ accomplishments, and the overall quality of the puppy.
Because every puppy develops differently, prices vary greatly:
- Tri-Colored Puppies: Range from $800 to $3,500 (most average around $1,000).
- Merle Puppies: Range from $1,000 to $5,000 (most average around $1,500).
When do we set prices?
While a puppy’s true temperament and drive don’t fully emerge until 5 to 6 weeks, we understand you want to plan ahead. Therefore, we provide initial pricing around 3 to 4 weeks of age. We reserve the right to adjust these prices as the puppies mature and develop.
Securing Your Puppy:
To reserve your place in line for a litter, you can place a non-refundable, transferable deposit of $500. If the right puppy isn’t available in the current litter, your deposit can be applied to a future one. We accept PayPal and can easily set up card payments upon request.
Our Placement Process: Matching the Right Puppy to You
We take matching our puppies to the perfect homes very seriously. To ensure a successful fit, we do not officially sell a specific puppy until they reach 6 weeks of age, which allows us to accurately assess their drive and temperament.
Puppy temperament levels are now listed on our site. (Note: Our “Picking the Right Puppy” informational page is temporarily down, but we are happy to answer any questions you have directly!) We will work closely with you to find the perfect addition to your family. If the right match isn’t found in your current choice, you are always welcome to wait for a future litter.
Contracts, Health, & Training
- Pet Contract: All puppies are sold under a strict pet contract requiring them to be spayed/neutered, unless extenuating circumstances arise.
- Health Guarantee: Every puppy comes microchipped, frequently dewormed, and up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccinations.
- Size Estimates: Please note that we do not guarantee the mature size of any puppy. All size listings are our best, experienced guesses.
- Litter Box Trained! We litter box train our puppies, which makes transition and house training much easier for you—no late-night runs in bad weather required!
Size Definitions
These guidelines represent our own sizing definitions for classification purposes and do not reflect official breed standards:
- Small Toy Aussie: Around 12″
- Toy Aussie: Under 14″
- Small Mini Aussie: 14″ – 15″
- Medium Mini Aussie: 15″ – 16″
- Large Mini Aussie: 16″ – 18″
- Standard Aussie: 18″ – 20″
Note: We reserve the right to refuse the sale of any puppy or dog to anyone, for any reason. Are you a returning family? Don’t forget to ask about our Repeat Customer Discount!