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Miniature Australian Shepherd
A.K.A. : Toy Australian Shepherd, Mini Australian Shepherd, Mini Aussie
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Miniature Australian Shepherd
A.K.A. :Toy Australian Shepherd, Mini Australian Shepherd, Mini Aussie
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
Summer
Healthiness
Protective
Life Span
| Overview: | The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a well-balanced dog of medium size and bone. He is attentive and animated, showing strength and stamina combined with unusual agility. Slightly longer than tall, he has a coat of moderate length and coarseness with coloring that offers variety and individuality in each specimen. An identifying characteristic is his natural or docked bobtail. In each sex, masculinity or feminity is well-defined. Bone is moderate and clean with coarseness, heaviness or lightness being undesirable. Overall type, balance of conformation and movement are valued more highly than individual structural perfections because it is balance which enables him to fulfill his purpose. |
| Breed Group: | Herding |
| Weight (lbs): | 20-40 |
| Height (in): | 13-18 |
| Colors: | All colors are strong, clear and rich. The recognized colors are blue merle, red (liver) merle, solid black and solid red (liver) and with or without white markings and/or tan (copper) points with no preference. |
| Coat: | Of medium texture, straight to slightly wavy, weather resistant, of moderate length with an undercoat. |
| Character: | The Miniature Australian Shepherd is intelligent, primarily a working dog of strong herding and guardian instincts, he is an exceptional companion. He is versatile and easily trained, performing his assigned tasks with great style and enthusiasm. He is reserved with strangers but does not exhibit shyness. Although an aggressive, authoritative worker, viciousness toward people or animals is intolerable. |
| Temperament: | Miniature Australian Shepherds are easy going, perpetual puppies that love to play. Courageous, loyal and affectionate, they are excellent children's companions that are great with active children. A devoted friend and guardian, for they are naturally protective. Very lively, agile, and attentive, they are eager to please with a sixth sense about what the owner wants. |
| Care: | The coat of the Miniature Australian Shepherd is easy to groom and needs little attention. Brush occasionally with a firm bristle brush and bathe only when necessary. This breed is an average shedder. |
| Training: | This breed is quite intelligent, learning tasks very rapidly. Therefore, training is easy and quick. |
| Activity: | This energetic dog needs plenty of vigorous exercise to stay in shape. |
| Country of Origin: | USA |
| Health Issue: | Hip and eye problems can occur. Ensure sire and dam of puppies have been tested and are certified clear prior to purchasing a puppy. |
| Life Expectancy: | 12-13 |
Miniature Australian Shepherd Puppies for saleSee all puppies for sale
Fancy x Hank
$1,750
Litter of 3
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Male(s) and Female(s), 4 Weeks Old
USA COLBERT, GA, USA
Date listed: 10/15/2025
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Toy Aussie Boy
$1,500
Pip Squeak
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Male, 8 Weeks Old
USA PALM COAST, FL, USA
Date listed: 10/14/2025
This adorable baby joined me! “Pip Squeak” is a sweet black tri toy aussie boy. He is just the sweetest little thing. I adore him. His tail is NOT docked! All Puppies come...
Black Tri F
$700
Black Tri F
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Female, 10 Weeks Old
USA FORT MORGAN, CO, USA
Date listed: 10/14/2025
The parents to this litter are both 16 1/2 inches tall so these puppies will probably mature a large toy to small mini. Each puppy will come with an ASDR registration...
Toy Aussie
$1,200
Colonel
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Male, 10 Weeks Old
USA PALM COAST, FL, USA
Date listed: 10/14/2025
Beautiful babies joined me. Meet my Puppy Clue Litter! Colonel is a handsome black tri boy Tail is NOT docked! Puppies come with written LIFETIME health guarantees. They also...
Toy Aussie
$1,200
Mrs Elizabeth
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Female, 12 Weeks Old
USA PALM COAST, FL, USA
Date listed: 10/14/2025
Beautiful babies joined me. Meet my wrestling Litter! Mrs Elizabeth is a beautiful red tri girl! Tail is NOT docked! Puppies come with written LIFETIME health guarantees. They...
Double Small Mini Red Tri Male Aussie
$1,500
Double
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Male, 4 Months Old
USA FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Date listed: 10/13/2025
**Offering a SPECIAL DISCOUNT!!** $1500 Pet Price Double is a Small Mini Red Tri Male Blue Eyes Born June 9, 2025 Elite Grand Champion Parents! Parents Full Panel Tested and...
Match Small Mini Red Tri Male Aussie
$1,000
Match
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Male, 4 Months Old
USA FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Date listed: 10/13/2025
**Offering a SPECIAL DISCOUNT!!** $1000 Pet Price Match is a Small Mini Black Tri Male Blue Eye / Brown Eye Born June 9, 2025 Elite Grand Champion Parents! Parents Full Panel...
Irish Toy Black Tri Male Aussie
$1,250
Irish
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Male, 7 Months Old
USA FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Date listed: 10/13/2025
**Offering a SPECIAL DISCOUNT!!** $1250 Pet Price Irish is a Toy Black Tri Male Blue Eyes Born March 17, 2025 Elite Grand Champion Parents! Parents Full Panel Tested and...
Luck Small Mini Black Tri Male Aussie
$750
Luck
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Male, 7 Months Old
USA FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Date listed: 10/13/2025
**Offering a SPECIAL DISCOUNT!!** $750 Pet Price Luck is a Small Mini Black Tri Male Brown Eyes Born March 17, 2025 Elite Grand Champion Parents! Parents Full Panel Tested and...
Fin Toy Black Tri Male Aussie
$750
Fin
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Male, 7 Months Old
USA FORESTBURG, TX, USA
Date listed: 10/13/2025
**Offering a SPECIAL DISCOUNT!!** $750 Pet Price Fin is a Toy Black Tri Male Brown Eyes Born February 16, 2025 Elite Grand Champion Parents! Parents Full Panel Tested and...
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