Merlot

Merlot is a dark-eyed Black Tri Toy Australian Shepherd puppy with glowing copper coloring. She was born on August 24 and is one of four puppies from Hades and Jazz of Fetching Toy Aussies. She is expected to weigh 8–12 pounds fully grown and is raised with love in the breeder’s home.

Ongoing Health

• Microchipped.
• Vaccinations, deworming, and a veterinary check are included before going home.
• Parents have been genetically tested, and the puppy is expected not to have CEA, CD, CMR1, DM, HC, MDR1, PRA/PRCD, or NAD. There is a 50% chance of being an unaffected PRA carrier, which only matters for breeding.

Training & Support

• Basic obedience and manners training, initial potty training, toys, food, treats, and a puppy starter kit are included.
• Registration is available as an ASDR Toy Australian Shepherd and AKC Mini American Shepherd.
• Veterinary records and registration are included.

Application Details

• Price: $1,750, including a $200 deposit and $1,550 final payment, before taxes and fees.
• The deposit is non-refundable but can be applied toward another puppy if needed.
• Applications begin by contacting the provider through Wags.

Transportation

• Pickup is available in Okeana, Ohio.
• The breeder can meet at a flexible halfway location. Delivery or meeting arrangements are available for $2 per mile from Okeana, Ohio, up to six hours away.
• Meeting at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) is available for a $20 fee.