Breed Group:  Herding
Weight:  20 to 40 lbs
Height:  14 to 18 inches for miniatures 13" and under are toys.

Color(s):  Blue merle, black, red merle and all red with or without white markings and/or tan points.

Coat:  The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a double coat breed. The weather resistant outer coat is moderate in
length and is straight to slightly wavy. The under coat is short and dense. The hair on the head, front of forelegs, and
outside of ears is short and smooth. The hair on the back of the forelegs is feathered. The coat comes in such colors
as red or blue merle and black or red tri-color; all have tan or white markings. The Miniature Australian Shepherd is
an average shedder.

Overview:  Directly developed from the Australian Shepherd, the Miniature is a relatively new breed. Originating in
the United States, the Miniature Australian Shepherd is rapidly becoming popular for their compact size and strong
work ethic. They are extremely adept at herding, but are not yet recognized by the American Kennel Club.

Character:  Commonly referred to as the Mini Aussie, this breed is sturdy, hardy, and medium sized. They are well
balanced, extremely agile, and possess strength and stamina. Exceedingly versatile, this breed is highly intelligent,
an exceptional companion, and a talented farm worker and guardian.

Temperament:  The Miniature Australian Shepherd is loyal, affectionate, and easy going. They are lively, playful, and
alert. They are deeply devoted and naturally protective. This breed gets along well with older children. Their
exuberance and herding instincts make them unsuitable for homes with young children. They are wary and
suspicious of strangers and will warn their family of danger or unusual noises. They are typically not aggressive to
other dogs.

Care:  This breed is relatively easy to groom. Occasional brushing with a firm bristle brush will suffice. Bathing
should only be done when necessary. The Miniature Australian Shepherd is prone to blindness, deafness, eye
disorders, hip dysplasia, and luxating patella.

Training:  Early socialization and obedience are necessary and beneficial for the Miniature Australian Shepherd. They
are quick to learn and easy to train. They will not respond to harsh or heavy-handed methods. This breed does best
with firmness, fairness, reward, consistency, and positive reinforcement. They excel in agility, conformation, fly-ball,
Frisbee, herding, and as a therapy dog.

Activity:  Miniature Australian Shepherds require a lot of exercise and stimulation. They thrive on being given a job
to do. The Miniature Australian Shepherd is easily bored and will become high-strung and destructive if left alone for
an extended period of time without proper exercise. They enjoy family play sessions, long walks, and a securely
fenced yard to romp and run in freely. They will do okay in an apartment dwelling provided they are sufficiently
exercised and entertained.
BAR L GYPSY RINGO - 15" BLUE MERLE
FEMALE WITH 2 BLUE EYES.  SHE IS NOW
RETIRED AND IS THE BEST FARM DOG/PET IN
THE WORLD.  SHE IS ENJOYING IT.  
THIS IS STARR - 14" BLUE
MERLE FEMALE WITH 2
BLUE EYES. BRODY
BELOW IS HERS.  SHE IS
THE MOST LOVING AND
WANTS TO BE WITH YOU
ALL THE TIME.  SHE
DOES HAVE BLACK
AROUND HER EYE AND
HER EAR DOES HAVE
COLOR.
DUALLY IS 2 YEARS OLD AND IS 11" DARK RED BI WITH ONE
BLUE EYE WEIGHS 20 LBS.  HE IS GORGEOUS AND VERY
ENERGETIC.  HE IS VERY THICK AND HAS A TON OF COAT.  HAS
PRODUCED 5 BETS IN 2 LITTERS - REFERENCE SIRE
BAR L MISTY RIFLE - This little toy female is an awesome smart, loyal girl.  She is
my shadow and goes everywhere with me and herds anything and everything she
can away from me.  She is extremely athletic and incredibly intelligent.  She weighs
10 lbs. and is about 11".  She is an excellent mom and mothers every puppy we have.
CAN YOU SEE ANYTHING OUT OF
PLACE?  STARR WAS BEING A
FOSTER MOM FOR A RAT TERRIER!
INCREDIBLE TEMPERAMENT!!!
THIS IS BOO.  SHE IS 13-1/2" AND
IS VERY VERY SWEET.  SHE IS
LAID BACK AND A LITTLE
TENTATIVE AROUND STRANGERS,
BUT LOVES ATTENTION.  SHE
GETS ALONG WELL WITH OTHER
DOGS AND IS JUST HAPPY TO BE
HERE.    
THIS IS GIZMO.  SHE IS 14", thick and stocky, super sweet.  She has had her first litter and
is an excellent mom.   Kept one of her females that is a gorgeous red merle.  She is super
fast and hyper and so athletic.  She loves racing around the farm.
THIS IS ROCKY - 15" DOUBLE BET WEIGHS 22 LBS.  HE IS A SUPER SWEET
STUD AND GETS ALONG WITH ALL THE OTHER DOGS, LOVES PEOPLE AND
NEVER BARKS.  HE IS A PERFECT GENTLEMAN!!!
THIS IS THORN ABOVE, RED TRI WITH ONE BLUE EYE 12-1/2" AND
BRIAR 11" IS BELOW RED MERLE WITH 2 BLUE EYES.  THEY BOTH
HAVE HAD THEIR FIRST LITTER AND ARE EXCELLENT MOMS.  
THEY ARE BY DUALLY ABOVE AND OUT OF STARR. THEY ARE
BOTH SUPER ATHLETIC AND HAVE VERY HIGH HERDING
INSTINCT, ESPECIALLY BRIAR BELOW.  SHE WILL HERD
ANYTHING. THEY BOTH ARE VERY AGILE AND SMART.  PICS OF
PUPS WILL BE POSTED SOON.  BOTH WERE BRED TO ROCKY