We are a loving and responsible breeding program based in Northern California specializing in Australian Shepherds, Aussiedoodles, and Poodles. Our passion is raising exceptional service, therapy, and companion dogs with balanced temperaments, lower drive, and family-friendly energy. Through our unique and comprehensive puppy curriculum, we strive to exceed expectations by developing well-rounded puppies that are set up for lifelong success.
Guardian Home Needed
We are looking for two perfect guardian homes.
Mary Beth is truly one of a kind! This teeny-tiny bundle of love has a huge personality and absolutely adores her people. She’s a higher-energy girl who loves to play and has been exposed to both dogs and cats. She’s also been practicing spending time on her own and is doing great, while sleeping wonderfully through the night. Mary Beth has a way of putting a smile on everyone’s face she meets, and her fun, loving personality makes her such a special little girl.
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Miniature 'oodle - Female
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Why Choose Foothill Aussies?
PerfectionThrough our puppy-raising program and temperament testing, we learn so much about each puppy. Whether you’re looking for a service dog, therapy dog, lower-energy family dog, or adventure companion, we’re able to showcase each puppy’s unique personality and help you find the best fit for you and your family.
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PassionWe are so passionate about our puppies, puppy parents, puppy families, rescues, and fellow breeders. We focus on building genuine relationships and trust across the table. Our puppies know they are loved, our puppy parents are spoiled, we love supporting our community, and we’re always happy to help other breeders make their programs even better!
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PotentialOur Facebook updates will showcase adorable, smart, focused puppies who are eager to please and ready to learn. While they may seem like perfect little superstars, we always remind our families that puppies are hard work and require continued training and socialization. We’re here to support you every step of the way and will always be a resource for you and your new puppy.
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What do you get when you adopt from Foothill Aussies?
Through our program, puppies receive a full veterinary exam, microchip and a temperament test that provides a snapshot of their personality. Puppies start both potty training and crate training which helps with an easier transition in their new homes. Each puppy goes through a variety of socialization practices which helps with their confidence level. Puppies come home with a starter kit of goodies and a full packet of helpful tips including a socialization scavenger hunt. You’ll also receive ongoing support, including a free virtual consult with one of our trainers to help set you up for success with your new puppy. We invite each of our families to join a litter-specific Facebook page, so you can post your questions, post updates and enjoy watching their siblings grow up too. For families wanting an extra head start, we also offer optional training add-ons where your puppy can stay with us a bit longer to participate in our structured training programs.
PUPPY-RAISING METHODS
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Creating the best possible dog is our ultimate goal. Whether the dog is destined to work as a service dog, volunteer as a therapy dog, or live life as a beloved family pet, thorough socialization is key. To ensure every puppy is set up for success, we've developed a special puppy curriculum that we follow with each litter.
For eight weeks, we implement a series of exercises and training practices, including ENS, ESI, touch sensitivity, puppy culture methods, and more. Follow us on Facebook for step-by-step videos showcasing each stage of the process.
For eight weeks, we implement a series of exercises and training practices, including ENS, ESI, touch sensitivity, puppy culture methods, and more. Follow us on Facebook for step-by-step videos showcasing each stage of the process.
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Our Process |
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ApplyWe require each of our potential puppy parents to complete a quick puppy application, which helps us get to know you better and understand what you’re looking for in a puppy.
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InterviewWe’ll schedule an appointment to connect and review your application, discuss what you’re looking for, share how we raise our puppies, and answer all of your questions. If you’re interested in our optional extra training add-on, we can also go over the details during this time, as spaces are limited.
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Retainer FeeTo reserve a Foothill puppy, we require a retainer fee. This fee holds your spot on our waitlist, covers screening and administrative time, and will be applied to the final purchase price.
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