Our Breeds
Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd, a lean, tough ranch dog, is one of those ‘only in America’ stories: a European breed perfected in California by way of Australia. Fixtures on the rodeo circuit, they are closely associated with the cowboy life. The Australian Shepherd, the cowboy’s herding dog of choice, is a medium-sized worker with a keen, penetrating gaze in the eye. Aussie coats offer different looks, including merle (a mottled pattern with contrasting shades of blue or red). In all ways, they’re the picture of rugged and agile movers of stock. Aussies exhibit an irresistible impulse to herd, anything: birds, dogs, kids.
Cavapoo
Equal parts cute, cuddly, and clever, the Cavapoo is a small (8–25 pound) crossbreed between the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Miniature Poodle or Toy Poodle.
Cavapoos have a friendly, playful nature and tend to go with the flow when they get plenty of love and attention from their people. This makes them a good pick for many families, including first-time pet parents.
French Bulldog
The one-of-a-kind French Bulldog, with his large bat ears and even disposition, is one of the world’s most popular small-dog breeds, especially among city dwellers. The Frenchie is playful, alert, adaptable, and completely irresistible.
The French Bulldog resembles a Bulldog in miniature, except for the large, erect ‘bat ears’ that are the breed’s trademark feature. The head is large and square, with heavy wrinkles rolled above the extremely short nose. The body beneath the smooth, brilliant coat is compact and muscular. The bright, affectionate Frenchie is a charmer. Dogs of few words, Frenchies don’t bark much, but their alertness makes them excellent watchdogs. They happily adapt to life with singles, couples, or families, and do not require a lot of outdoor exercise.
Mini Aussiedoodle
Hard-working and smart, the Miniature Aussiedoodle is a loyal and friendly dog that will make the perfect addition to your family — if you’re willing to keep up with it. It needs plenty of exercise and activity but will be more than worth it for you. This is a loving and lovable breed that’s easy to train and will reward you with hours and hours of fun.
Mini Australian (American) Shepherd
The Miniature American Shepherd resembles a small Australian Shepherd. True herders in spite of their compact size, Minis are bright, self-motivated workers and endearingly loyal and lively companion dogs who have an affinity for horses. The Miniature American Shepherd shares many physical traits with its forebear the Australian Shepherd’only on a smaller scale. Females stand between 13 and 17 inches at the shoulder; males range from 14 to 18 inches. Despite their size, Minis are every inch a true herding dog: energetic, versatile, rugged, and extremely bright. The eye-catching coat comes in black, blue merle, red, and red merle. (The merle will exhibit in any amount marbling, flecks, or blotches.) Minis move with the smooth and agile step of a dog built for hard work on punishing terrain. Read more at: https://wagwalking.com/breed/miniature-aussiedoodle
Mini Bernedoodle
The Mini Bernedoodle was first bred in the US around 2003 by dog breeder Sherry Rupke. Since they aren’t purebred, the American Kennel Club does not recognize the breed. However, the Bernedoodle has been a registered breed with the International Designer Canine Registry since 2009.
It’s important to examine the origins of its parent breeds, the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Miniature Poodle, to understand the origin of the Mini Bernedoodle.
Mini Poodle
Whether Standard, Miniature, or Toy, and either black, white, or apricot, the Poodle stands proudly among dogdom’s true aristocrats. Beneath the curly, hypoallergenic coat is an elegant athlete and companion for all reasons and seasons.
Poodles come in three size varieties: Standards should be more than 15 inches tall at the shoulder; Miniatures are 15 inches or under; Toys stand no more than 10 inches. All three varieties have the same build and proportions. At dog shows, Poodles are usually seen in the elaborate Continental clip. Most pet owners prefer the simpler Sporting clip, in which the coat is shorn to follow the outline of the squarely built, smoothly muscled body.
Yorkiepoo
The Yorkiepoo—a crossbreed of a Yorkshire Terrier and a Toy Poodle or Miniature Poodle—appeared as other hybrid doodle breeds soared in popularity. While the Yorkiepoo is a relatively new breed (only about 10 years old!), these canines have quickly won the hearts of pet parents for their sassy personality, affectionate nature, and cuddle-friendly appearance.
The small, hybrid dog—which can come in a variety of solid colors from white to black to golden, plus bicolor and tricolor patterns—can be 7–15 inches tall and weigh 3–15 pounds.
Bernese Mountain Dog
Big, powerful, and built for hard work, the Bernese Mountain Dog is also strikingly beautiful and blessed with a sweet, affectionate nature. Berners are generally placid but are always up for a romp with the owner, whom they live to please. The Bernese Mountain Dog is a large, sturdy worker who can stand over 27 inches at the shoulder. The thick, silky, and moderately long coat is tricolored: jet black, clear white, and rust. The distinctive markings on the coat and face are breed hallmarks and, combined with the intelligent gleam in the dark eyes, add to the Berner’s aura of majestic nobility. A hardy dog who thrives in cold weather, the Berner’s brain and brawn helped him multitask on the farms and pastures of Switzerland. Berners get along with the entire family and are particularly gentle with children, but they will often become more attached to one lucky human.
