Miniature Australian Shepherd

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Height:
18 to 24 inches

Weight
20 to 35 pounds

Life span
11 to 13 years

Miniature Australian Shepherd are naturally protective and excellent guardians, they are also great with children. They love to play, this breed is easy-going, loyal and affectionate. Miniature Australian Shepherds are highly intelligent and easy to train. but if they are not kept occupied they may become destructive.

They become very attached to their owners and can suffer separation anxiety if left alone for even a few minutes. They must be well-socialized as puppies, as they are suspicious of strangers. They have a strong herding instinct, and have a tendency to nip people's ankles in an attempt to herd them. They are usually not dog aggressive, and they don't bark very much.

A devoted friend, guardian very lively, agile and attentive, they are eager to please with a sixth sense about what the owner wants. They can become nervous and destructive if left alone.They need a job to do, as the breed is very intelligent, active and thus easily bored. Socialize your dog well when it is a puppy to avoid it becoming suspicious of strangers.They need to be taught herding humans is not acceptable. A fine companion, it also enjoys working small stock. They are quiet workers.

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.This breed will do fine in an apartment, as long as they are exercised sufficiently. They will become destructive if they do not get enough exercise, or if they are allowed to become bored.

A small yard will be fine, a large yard will be better. This breed does well in cold climates.The Miniature Aussie requires just as much work to maintain as it's larger counterpart.This is a high energy breed, so plenty of exercise is a must.