Painted Blue Aussies
Breeding Quality Australian Shepherd and Miniature American Shepherd (Mini Aussie) Puppies Since 2016 — Based in Utah, Placing Puppies Nationwide
Welcome To
We’re passionate breeders of AKC/ASCA Australian Shepherds and AKC Miniature American Shepherds—affectionately known as Mini Aussies—focused on quality, health, and outstanding temperaments. Based in Salt Lake County, Utah, we raise happy, playful puppies perfect for families, active homes, and anyone seeking a loyal, fun-loving companion.
We May Have Available Adult Australian & Mini Australian Shepherds
Sometimes the perfect match isn’t a puppy. We occasionally place trained, loving adult Australian Shepherds and Mini American Shepherds - our sweet Mini Aussies - into approved homes. Take a look at our available adults to see if one might be the right fit for you.
Behind the scenes: Get to know us!
We’re the Holbrook family behind Painted Blue Aussies, raising Australian Shepherds and Miniature American Shepherds in a hands-on, family environment. Our children help socialize each litter, ensuring our puppies grow up confident, loved, and ready for their next adventure.
Our breeding dogs are the heart and soul of Painted Blue Aussies. Each sire and dam is carefully selected for steady temperament, intelligence, balanced structure, and beauty. Every dog is fully health tested through OFA, PennHIP, and genetic panels to stack the odds toward healthy, well-balanced puppies for generations to come.
The Painted Blue Crew: Meet Our Dogs
Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd: Two Breeds, Shared History
We proudly breed both Australian Shepherds and Miniature American Shepherds—also known as Mini Aussies or Toy Aussies. These two breeds were developed side by side for decades, often sharing pedigrees, sometimes registries, and overlapping purposes—but they also had distinct roles, traits, and intentions behind their development. While their structure standards remain quite similar, AKC recognition marked the beginning of a more defined separation in breed identity. If you’re curious about how they compare, we’ve put together an article that explores their shared history and subtle distinctions.
Aussies with Tails: Embracing Natural Beauty
At Painted Blue Aussies, we proudly embrace the natural beauty of our Australian Shepherd puppies and Mini Aussie (Also known as Mini American Shepherd) puppies with a goal to leave tails intact. This decision reflects our commitment to the well-being and individuality of our puppies. We value transparency and honor our commitments; therefore, we adhere to stud contracts that require tail docking. There are occasions where a puppy is born with a natural bobtail, as we do have that gene in our program. Additionally, if a puppy is born with a tail that is kinked or folded, we do have those docked for their safety and long-term wellbeing.
