We Love Our Puppies!

EFR Mini Heelers are ethical breeders focused on using the considerable power all breeders have to ensure our puppies are healthy and a pleasure to own.

Our puppies are family raised so they will fit in beautifully with your family.
They are never inbred, so are very unlikely to develop genetic illness. In fact, all our Australian Cattle Dog puppies come with a Lifetime Money-Back Health Guarantee against serious genetic illness!
They are personality tested and matched to your family so it’s a perfect match for you.

You also get regular photo or video updates of their progress on our Facebook page. In addition, we get their toilet training off to a great start and our puppies are chew toy conditioned, crate acclimatized, and well socialized. As part of the all-important early socialization, we also take your puppy for trips to Tractor Supply Co and PetSmart or PetCo and the local feed store. We take them around in the shopping cart, careful to not ever put them onto the ground.

Tails & Dewclaws

At EFR Mini Heelers, we do not dock tails. Our puppies are born with natural tails, and we appreciate both their appearance and their function. We also choose not to remove dewclaws.

Dewclaws are not simply extra toes—they are fully formed structures with their own nerve and blood supply, as well as muscles and tendons. Dewclaws are connected to two major, functioning tendons in the lower leg. Tendons attach muscle to bone, allowing proper movement and stability. When dewclaws are removed, those muscles lose their normal function, which can lead to weakness and muscle atrophy over time.

“Those muscles indicate that the dewclaws have a function. That function is to prevent torque on the leg. If a dog doesn’t have a dewclaw, the leg twists. A lifetime of that and the result can be carpal arthritis, or perhaps injuries to other joints, such as the elbow, shoulder, and toes.”
— Dr. Christine Zink, Canine Sports Medicine Consultant

Mini Heelers are an active, athletic breed that thrives on running, quick turns, and frequent changes in direction. Dewclaws help stabilize the legs, reduce twisting, and provide additional traction—especially during high-impact movement. Because we anticipate an active lifestyle for our puppies, we believe leaving dewclaws intact best supports their long-term health and mobility.

We are committed to supporting our owners throughout the life of their dog. Most importantly, we provide guidance during the crucial early puppyhood period, helping each family establish a strong foundation for a well-balanced, confident, and happy Mini Heeler.