Battlefield Australian Shepherds and Miniature American Shepherds

06/15/2026

We are working to increase our presence on Google.

If you bought a dog from me, shoot me a message and I will send the link for a review.

We would greatly appreciate it.

06/12/2026

Candy unscripted.

06/11/2026

Please educate yourselves. These things are flies. They go to open wounds just like the other fly larvae do. How do you normally keep flies away? Remove what they want!!

If your bitch is heat, keep them inside, not in outside kennels where the blood will attract flies. Keep air blowing with fans, that even helps prevent mosquito bites,

Our herding dogs do have a faulty gene that does not permit them taking invermectin products or things like Nexguard. That means wrap wounds when your pets go outside. Check out your dogs more often especially areas around the rear. Still take heartguard for other things. This is were bathing and brushing are important.

The ranchers know what to do. It isn’t new. Let’s think before going nuts.

It is only in areas in NM and Texas. The up to date map and other info is provided below. We will get rid of it again. Don’t try to be an expert.

Get the latest on New World screwworm, including cases in Mexico, current situation in Central America, and USDA’s work to keep it out of the United States.

06/09/2026

Hey folks!

I’m finally getting close to being able to drive and walk more. One thing I can tell you for sure—never have surgery on both sides of your foot at the same time. The recovery is no joke!

Meanwhile, we’re getting ready for OFA testing on Poppy and Penny. Poppy still needs her annual eye exam, so once that’s done she’ll be fully health tested. Penny had her eyes done last year and will need them repeated in August, so we’ll likely do those at a dog show, possibly Doswell.

Once everything is completed, we’ll have four girls to choose from for this year’s breeding plans. Bailey and Candy have already come into season, so exciting things are on the horizon!

I can’t promise colors, but I can promise what matters most—wonderful temperaments. My dogs are first and foremost companions, and that has always been my priority.

I already have several families on my waiting list. I’ve also sent application emails that never received a response, so if you’re interested in one of our late summer or fall litters, please send me a message or email me at [email protected]

I only accept five deposits per planned litter, and those are handled through a deposit contract. Until pregnancies are confirmed, I cannot accept additional deposits. Typically, I do not take commitments until puppies are around five weeks old, and most are spoken for within just a few days.

As always, health testing information is available on my website, and if you can’t find something, I’m happy to provide documentation by email. As an AKC Breeder of Merit, currently submitting for Bronze recognition, keeping health testing current and documented is a requirement—not an option.

When researching breeders, ask to see health testing and puppy evaluations. Good breeders should be happy to provide them. Health testing, temperament evaluations, and proving dogs in performance, companion, or conformation events all help ensure the best possible future for our puppies and their families.

Miniature American Shepherds and Aussies make incredible family companions. They are intelligent, loyal, eager to learn, and thrive when they have a job to do. They can excel in service work, therapy work, sports, and active family life—but they are not the right fit for every household. Their intelligence and drive require engagement and training.

If you’re ready for puppy pictures, stay tuned—we should finally have some to share soon!

In the meantime, here’s Poppy enjoying her morning nap. 💤

06/08/2026

With all the concern about ticks, this is what we do but with Cedarcide due to sesame oil in Wondercide which my son is allergic. The only time the dog might have a tick is when they go right by fence in the shade. We do have fox and deer that like to go in back yard at night. We usually lime the yard three times during the summer and use Cedarcide after hard rains. Bonus: snakes do not like cedar. Squirrels will not have fleas either!

As he said, the yard in the sun is not the problem. It is the brush and tree line that is the problem.

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05/05/2026

Be faithful.

Have hope.

Be the Light in the middle of darkness.

You hold that Light in you.

04/16/2026

Some of our show dogs over the years.

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04/06/2026

Goofy Flintie!

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from our house to yours!!!

12/31/2025

Don’t forget, as dogs age they have more health needs. Consider pet insurance.

We have Trupanion but looks like AKC is a better option and cheaper.

AKC Pet Insurance offers pet insurance to both cats and dogs of all ages and breeds. Get a free quote from our calculator today or call us at 866-725-2747.