Welcome to
High Desert Companions
This website is for you. Our mission is to raise exceptional dogs while providing a trusted source of accurate, helpful information about the breeds we love—AKC Poodles, ASDR Australian Shepherds, and F1, F1B, and Multigenerational Aussiedoodles.
We fulfill this mission through three dedicated breeding programs that work together to raise, socialize, and strengthen one another, all with a shared commitment to preserving, protecting, and improving these breeds for future generations to enjoy.
-Jessica & Don
Why Choose Our Dogs?
Health Tested - Evidence-Based Practices - Early Life Stimulation - Structured Socialization Protocols - Champion Pedigreed Lines - Life Long Support
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ABOUT OUR
POODLES & AUSSIES
It's not just a puppy, it's a lifelong companion.
At High Desert Companions, our passion is raising dogs of outstanding health, temperament, and structure—companions who thrive in family life, performance, and beyond.
Three breeding programs, one mission: High Desert, Poodles Plus, and Aussies Plus work together in the beautiful High Desert of Arizona to bring a shared philosophy to life: every puppy deserves a strong foundation built on science, compassion, and purpose.
Our breeding programs are rooted in proven, evidence-based practices like Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) and Early Scent Introduction (ESI) to support optimal development, along with the structured socialization protocols of Puppy Culture and AviDog.
Each of our partner programs brings its own area of expertise:
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High Desert breeds AKC-registered show-quality, service-oriented, and companion Miniature Poodles in Colors: Dark Red - Apricot - Cream
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Poodles Plus specializes in AKC-registered patterned Toy and Miniature Poodles for companions and service dogs in Black, Blue, and Brown, with Phantom, Sable, and Parti patterns. We also breed Aussiedoodles in Toy (up to 20 lb) and Micro (15 lb and under) sizes—bred for beauty, brains, and a lifetime of companionship, in a wide variety of patterns and colors.
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Aussies Plus specializes in exceptional ASDR-registered, show-quality and working Toy and Miniature Australian Shepherds for service work, small-animal herding, and companionship.
Our dogs come from champion bloodlines, carrying the legacy of excellent health, structure, and temperament. We take pride in preserving and enhancing these qualities through careful selection, ethical breeding practices, and comprehensive health testing.
Health, temperament, and lifelong success are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re looking for a loyal family pet, a working dog, or a performance prospect, our puppies are raised to be intelligent, adaptable, and deeply connected to their people.
At High Desert Companions, we don’t just breed dogs—we nurture companions for a lifetime.
Learn About Our Breeding Programs
Experience the High Desert Difference—Because Nothing Compares to a Well-Bred, Well-Tempered Dog.
We take great pride in showing and competing with our AKC Miniature Poodles, as well as thoroughly health testing each of our dogs to support the preservation and improvement of the breed. Our commitment to excellence reflects a deep passion for producing healthy, beautiful, and well-adjusted companions that uphold the integrity of the Poodle breed standard for generations to come.
Show Quality Poodles:
Colors: Red - Apricot - Cream
Miniature: 10-15lb.
Poodle Plus breeds pattered AKC Toy and Miniature Poodles to the breed standard, prioritizing conformation, health, and temperament. Our mission is to responsibly preserve and improve these colors while honoring the Poodle’s legacy. We also raise Toy and Micro Aussiedoodles with the same care and dedication to excellence.
Poodle Colors and Patterns:
Black - Blue - Phantom - Sable - Parti
Toy: Under 10lb. Miniature: 10-15lb.
Aussiedoodle Colors and Patterns:
Black Tri - Red Tri - Blue Merle - Red Merle - Phantom - Sable - Parti - Abstract
Micro: Under 15lb. Toy: 10-20lb.
We take great pride in raising exceptional ASDR Toy Australian Shepherds, combining champion bloodlines with thorough health testing to preserve and strengthen the breed. Our Aussies are bred to reflect their hallmark intelligence, loyalty, and sound temperament, while maintaining correct structure. With every generation, we aim to produce healthy, beautiful companions that honor the Toy Australian Shepherd’s heritage and secure its future.
Australian Shepherd Colors:
Black Tri - Blue Merle
Toy: 10–13.99″ tall
Miniature: 14–17.99″ tall
GALLERY
Conformation. Confidence. Connection. See the Difference.
At High Desert Companions, we are dedicated to raising happy, healthy, and well-adjusted puppies. Through proven enrichment programs, early stimulation techniques, and thoughtful socialization, we build a strong foundation for confidence and resilience. Our commitment to these methods ensures each puppy is set up for success—whether as a beloved companion or a future champion
