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Miniature Australian Shepherd Puppies for Sale
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Miniature Australian Shepherd
(North American Miniature Australian Shepherd) (Mini
Australian Shepherd)
(North American Shepherd) (Toy Australian Shepherd) (Mini Aussie) (Tea Cup
Australian Shepherd)
Photo courtesy of Miniature Australian Shepherd Club
of American
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Description |
The medium-length coat of the Miniature Australian
Shepherd (North American Miniature Australian Shepherd)
is slightly wavy and moderate in length. It comes in blue or red merle,
red or black tri-color, all with white and or tan markings. The hair around the
ears and eyes should not be white. The coat may be straight or slightly wavy,
and should have feathering on the back of the legs, and a mane and frill around
the neck. Hair on the head, front of the forelegs and on the outside of the ears
is shorter than the rest of the coat. The hindquarters are the same length as
the forequarters. The top of the skull is quite flat and clean cut. The feet are
oval and compact. The lips do not hang over the lower jaw. |
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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. Very lively,
agile, and attentive, they are eager to please with a sixth sense about what the
owner wants. Miniature Australian Shepherds are highly intelligent and easy to
train. They can become nervous and destructive if left alone too much without
enough mental and physical exercise. They need a job to do,
as the breed is very intelligent, active and easily bored. Socialize them well when they are a puppy to avoid them becoming
suspicious of strangers. Some like
to nip peoples heals in an attempt to herd them. They need to be taught herding humans is not acceptable. A fine companion, it also
enjoys working small stock. They are quiet workers, unlike some breeds, which
are bred to bark constantly at livestock. This breed is not usually dog
aggressive. Make sure you are this dog's firm, confident, consistent pack leader to avoid Small Dog Syndrome, human induced behavior problems. Always remember, dogs are canines, not humans. Be sure to meet their natural instincts as animals. |
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Height, Weight |
Tea Cup -
Weight: under 12 pounds (5.5 kg.)
Toy -
Height:
10-14 inches (26-36 cm.)
Toy - Weight:
12-17 pounds (5.5-8 kg.)
Miniature - Height: 13-18 inches (33-46 cm.)
Miniature -
Weight: 20-40 pounds (9-18 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
The gene for the beautiful merle coloration also
carries a blind/deaf factor. This may be expressed only in merle/merle crosses.
The vast majority of merled North American Miniature Australian Shepherds are
heterozygous merles (one parent is merle the other is solid) and these merles
are not at risk for any special health problems due to their coloration. Be
sure to check the hearing on merle puppies. Hip and eye problems can
occur. Ensure sire and dam of puppies have been tested and are certified
clear prior to purchasing a puppy. |
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Living Conditions |
The Miniature Australian Shepherd will do okay in
an apartment if they are sufficiently exercised. They are moderately active
indoors and will do okay with a small yard. This breed will do well in cold
climates. |
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Exercise |
The Mini Aussie need to be taken on
daily, long walks. This energetic
little dog needs plenty of
vigorous exercise to stay in shape, or better yet, some real work to do. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 12-13 years. |
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Grooming |
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. |
Origin |
A breeding program to develop the Miniature Australian
Shepherd (North American Miniature Australian Shepherd) was begun in 1968 using
small Australian Shepherds. Breeders
today continue to strive to produce a mirror image of the Australian Shepherd in
a size that fits well into today's lifestyle, without sacrificing instinct,
ability or character. |
| Group |
Herding |
| Recognition |
MASCA, NAMASCUSA, NSDR, APRI |
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MASCA= Miniature
Australian Shepherd Club of American
NAMASCUSA = North
American Miniature Australian Shepherd Club of the USA
NSDR = National
Stock Dog Registry
APRI = American Pet Registry
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Dakota, the Miniature Australian Shepherd
Dakota, the Miniature Australian Shepherd
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Tea Cup Australian Shepherd puppies at 3
months old
Courtesy of City Slickers Ranch
Miniature Australian Shepherd Pictures 1
Miniature Australian Shepherd Pictures 2
Miniature Australian Shepherd Info
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