The Miniature American Shepherd is a small and energetic breed of dog that was originally bred in the United States for herding and guarding livestock. They are intelligent, loyal, and hardworking, and make excellent working dogs.
Miniature American Shepherd
Also known as Mini American Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, Mini Aussie, North American Shepherd
Origin
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Era
- late 1960s-1970s
Group
- Herding
Lifespan
- 12–14 years
Size
- Height
- Male 36–46 cm · Female 33–43 cm
- Weight
- 9–18 kg
Coat
- Type
- double
- Length
- medium
- Colours
- black, blue merle, red, red merle
Traits
- intelligent, energetic, loyal, affectionate, alert, eager to please