Miniature Australian Shepherd Puppies

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An active, loving, and loyal family dog

This smaller breed of shepherd makes for a wonderful family dog. They are loyal and loveable, get along with other dogs, and are great with kids. They require a lot of exercise but are easily trainable in energy-intensive and engaging tasks.


Miniature Australian Shepherd At a Glance

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Miniature Australian Shepherd At a Glance

  • Size: 13"-18", 20-40 lbs
  • Lifespan: 12-13 years
  • Energy Level: high
  • Coat: Double coat, Medium length, Straight or Wavy
  • Shedding: moderate
  • Hypoallergenic: No
  • Dog Group: Herding
  • Common Nicknames: MAS, Mini Aussie, Miniature American Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd

Miniature Australian Shepherd Breed Guide

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  • Temperament

    The Mini Australian Shepherd is an intelligent breed that is easy to train. It's a good idea to give them jobs because they were bred as working dogs. They are very loving and loyal to their owners and good with children and other dogs, making them perfect family pets.

  • Health

    Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA-prcd), hereditary cataracts, iris coloboma, microphthalmia, multi-drug resistance gene (MDR1), hip dysplasia, and degenerative myelopathy are all potential health conditions associated with the Mini Australian Shepherd

  • Activity Level

    Mini Australian Shepherds are energetic and athletic, so they require exercise multiple times per day. They are easily trained in stimulating activities, like obedience, agility, and tracking.

  • Grooming

    Mini Australian Shepherds' double coats should be brushed weekly, possibly daily during shedding season. This helps keep out tangles, dirt, and loose hair.

  • Shedding

    Mini Australian Shepherds shed a fair amount and go through a shedding season once or twice per year.

  • Appearance

    The Mini Australian Shepherd's medium-length double coat comes in a variety of colors including black, blue merle, red merle, and red, with or without white or tan markings. Their eyes also come in a variety of colors including brown, blue, hazel, and amber. Their tails are naturally curly or docked.

  • History

    In the 1960s U.S. rodeo circuit, Australian Shepherds were bred down in size to become a new breed, originally called the Miniature Australian Shepherd. This smaller breed rose in popularity as a traveling companion for horse shows. Since 2015, this breed can be registered with the AKC as the Miniature American Shepherd, and is also known in many places as the Mini Aussie.