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 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

Mini Aussiedoodle
Meet Remy. Remy is a merle colored mini aussiedoodle. His mom is a miniature Australian Shepherd, and his dad is a toy poodle. He is absolutely adorable. Remy has one parti eye (specs of blue) and one

Miniature Australian Shepherd
I'm one of the larger ones in my litter. I have a brown eye patch spot of fur!

Mini Aussiedoodle
Cooper is a mostly brown male puppy that is soft and fluffy. He has some black on his face.

Mini Aussiedoodle
Jude is a handsome little boy that is mostly black with white and some brown markings. He has more of the poodle look to him and he was the small one of the litter!

Mini Aussiedoodle
Maximus is a mostly black male puppy! He does have some brown on him too!

Mini Aussiedoodle
Charlie is a beautiful little girl! She is mostly brown with some white and black markings.
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.