The Miniature Australian Shepherd, also called the Mini Aussie, is a smaller version of the Australian Shepherd known for its loyalty, intelligence, and energetic personality. Originally bred in the 1960s on the U.S. rodeo circuit by reducing the size of the standard Australian Shepherd, the Mini Aussie quickly gained popularity as a travel companion and working partner at horse shows. In 2015, the breed was officially recognized by the American Kennel Club under the name Miniature American Shepherd. Despite its smaller stature, the Mini Aussie retains the same agility, drive, and intelligence as its larger counterpart.
Mini Aussies are affectionate, eager-to-please, and great with children and other pets, making them ideal family companions. Their medium-length double coat comes in various colors, including black, blue merle, red merle, and red, often accented with white or tan markings. While they shed moderately year-round and more heavily during seasonal changes, regular brushing helps keep their coat healthy and clean. Highly trainable and full of energy, Mini Aussies excel in agility, obedience, and herding activities. With consistent exercise, mental stimulation, and plenty of love, the Miniature Australian Shepherd makes a devoted and dynamic addition to any active household.

Miniature Australian Shepherd
Meet Brooks! Brooks is a Miniature Australian Shepherd, with two stunning blue eyes! His beautiful blue merle coat boasts colors of black, copper, white and tan. Brooks has a white steak down this face which makes his blue eyes pop! He is so handsome. He is a nice stock dog with a great temperament. Like his siblings, he is very smart, and he learns quickly. Brooks is rais

Miniature Australian Shepherd
Meet Briar! Briar is a Miniature Australian Shepherd, with two stunning blue eyes! His beautiful blue merle coat boasts colors of black, copper, white and tan. Briar is absolutely gorgeous. He is a nice stock dog with an amazing temperament. He is smart and learns rather quickly. Briar is raised here on our little homestead with our 5 children. He gets lots of love and att

Miniature Australian Shepherd
Meet Banks! Banks is a Miniature Australian Shepherd, with two very blue eyes! His beautiful red merle coat boasts colors of brown, copper, red, white and tan. Banks is a handsome little pup. He is a nice stock dog with a stellar temperament. He is very smart, he learns quickly and he is very loveable. Banks is raised here on our little homestead with our 5 children. He ge

Miniature Australian Shepherd
Meet Birdie! Birdie is a Miniature Australian Shepherd, with two sparkling blue eyes! She has a beautiful blue merle coat boasts colors of black, copper, white and tan. She is so precious, she has a great laid back temperament! We named her birdie because she was the smallest of the litter and we call her our "little birdie." She is always willing to be held and snuggled.

Miniature Australian Shepherd
Meet Breeze! Breeze is a Miniature Australian Shepherd, with two sparkling amber/green eyes! Her beautiful red tri colored coat boasts colors of copper, white and tan. Breeze is a happy little puppy. She is super friendly and she learns quickly. Breeze is raised here on our little homestead with our 5 children. She gets lots of love and attention. Breeze will come with a 1

Miniature Australian Shepherd
Meet Brinley! Brinley is a Miniature Australian Shepherd, with two sparkling blue eyes! Her gorgeous red merle coat boasts colors of red, copper, white and tan. Her coat makes her blue eyes pop! Brinley is a beautiful little puppy inside and out, she likes to be held and snuggled. Brinley is raised here on our little homestead with our 5 children. She gets lots of love and
The average cost of a purebred Mini Australian Shepherd puppy in the United States is approximately $1152, though prices can vary based on factors such as pedigree, breeder reputation, and location.