About the breed


Intelligent - good natured - devoted -  all-round


The Miniature American Shepherd resembles a small Australian Shepherd. True herders in spite of their compact size, Minis are bright, self-motivated workers and endearingly loyal and lively companion dogs who have an affinity for horses. The Miniature American Shepherd shares many physical traits with its forebear the Australian Shepherd, only on a smaller scale. Females stand between 33 cm to 43,5 cm (13 and 17 inches) at the shoulder; males range from 35.5 to 46 cm (14 to 18 inches). Despite their size, Minis are every inch a true herding dog: energetic, versatile, rugged, and extremely bright. The eye-catching coat comes in black, blue merle, red, and red merle. (The merle will exhibit in any amount marbling, flecks, or blotches.) Minis move with the smooth and agile step of a dog built for hard work on punishing terrain.

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Links to studbooks (USA and Sweden) for more detailed information:

AKC American Kennel Club 


Information about the breed 

Svenska Miniature American Shepherdklubben SMASK


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