Posted on September 17, 2015 September 18, 2015. Owing to the place of origin, these dogs are recognized by the AKC under the name Miniature American Shepherd.Not only are Miniature Australian Shepherds small in size, but these dogs are incredibly intell… Oh well. Yea, you sound just like me and my best friend (who also has two aussie puppies). Love my Maple Grove Mini Aussies!-Tressa In a UK survey involving 10 years of breed health data, owners of the longest living Australian Shepherd reported the dog’s lifespan at 15 years. This is an example of a page. Twelve hours later, he texts me from work saying that the posting was gone but that he would call anyways, just in case. We had our oldest mini-Aussie for a little over a year and decided to get a second male as a companion. I think I want a blue merle for my next one (way down the road) -- I love the look of Indie's cute little face speckles. Our breeding dogs are genetically tested so we can provide you with peace of mind knowing you have purchased a genetically healthy pup. Thank you for bringing that up Timi! Here's hoping!I also wanted to comment on the exercise. I will give all of those things a try -- very helpful. He's just gorgeous. We just brought home an 11 week old Mini Aussie puppy this week and I'm hoping to get him on the same schedule Indie is on. I have not seen the videos! When we aren’t relaxing at home, we are out running on the trails getting our exercise on. I hide me a bone yesterday ~ Santa brought me three new ones for Christmas and I mean some really good ones too. All representatives and foster families are volunteers – they receive no compensation and do it only for the love of the breed. Right now I'm working on an updated video showing our frisbee specific training we've been working on currently as well as since he was a little puppy. This breed was developed by cattle and sheep herders, most likely from Basque shepherding dogs that traveled from Australia to America in the early 1800’s. I still search to try and find other blogs about this breed, but can't ever find any or there is like one post and not much info. I'm worried though because anytime I leave my puppy alone he cries, howls, and barks for at least 30 minutes. Overall, this is a hardy breed. Other Links. Like he did not get the clue this dog was giving!! Welcome to our channel, MINI AUSSIE LIFE! Here's my article about that: http://raisingamini.blogspot.com/2013/02/do-not-use-pet-corrector-spray.html5) Just keep working on it and don't give up, or maybe invest in one session with a private trainer which is what I did. Dog-related stuff, in mini form. Misty’s Toy Aussies is a small home-based hobby breeding program which stems from our love and devotion to this wonderful breed. Mini Aussie Mom Gift Cute Mini Aussie Mama Pullover Hoodie. Fast forward a few, well, actually many years, and I found myself in a new place. Once again since there are still distractions, I give her a high value treat when she returns the disc. I can't even tell you how helpful it is for me. Tag: aussie Introduction: Getting a Miniature Australian Shepherd . I remember frantically searching the internet many a time. Glad you got the crate thing sorted out. Have you ever considered taking Indie to doggy day care? The MAS is highly intelligent and biddable. He fits my life perfectly. If I get a second mini, I want a tri. Il aura néanmoins de l’énergie à revendre quand il s’agira de travailler avec du bétail ou de faire de l’agility. However, this doesn’t make them immune to illness or health complications. "]>As soon as they go to get it be really excited say "Good job!! A Gallery of Life with Our Mini Aussies. Haha. But that's exactly why I wanted this breed -- I wanted a dog who was smart enough and devoted enough to be able to continuously benefit from all of my effort. (Or get really overwhelmed, one or the other). D'oh! Australian Shepherds are resilient, and can still live a full, happy life with a few extra safety precautions and some patience from their owner. This is a first generation hybrid that inherits traits from two different breeds and doesn’t have any other breed in its lineage other than the Poodle and Miniature Australian Shepherd. I was lucky and we always saw dogs every day on the beach and my morning trail on the bluffs so he got to play here and there consistently. The median Australian Shepherd life expectancy is 9 years, but some do live significantly longer. First my breeder said he'd be 30 lbs. I'm thinking of ordering a stack of competition frisbees from Skyhoundz. Our little puppy has been really obedient, but anytime we put him on a leash he just pulls and tries to chew on it, even when we have no slack and he's right by our leg. Thanks for your blog! Life With A Mini Aussie. COCKBURNS TOY AND MINI AUSSIES. Huck's parents were red tri + blue merle, and his siblings were all red merle (with him as the exception with black tri) -- so funny how none in his litter were the color of either parent. It costs $25 per day where I live in Virginia. He did the keep away thing. That is normal for them to cry and bark at first. I live with my boyfriend and he thinks I'm nuts sometimes for putting this much thought/worrying, effort, research, and expense into things like his food, activities, training, etc. Your posts have definitely been helpful! He is 11″ at the shoulder and weighs ten pounds. Sometimes I write these things quickly to get stuff up here (I've been slacking on that lately!) Open 24 hours. I learned that trick from Patricia McConnell's book, she's a renowned PhD and has border collies.>If they don't come, gently reel them back in after saying "Come" and give them a treat or reward when they get back to you.3) Use TWO toys during fetch. We strive for excellence in breeding and raising these precious little pups. Yay! $13.34 $ 13. Did Indie or Tulsi ever do this? My mini aussie pup is 4.5 months old, and your earlier posts really helped me out as I grew accustomed to the schedule of raising a very smart, energetic dog. Haha, yes Huck is in what his breeder calls his "gangly chicken" phase. My friend has this cantankerous growling chihuahua and Indie would go up and lick his face WHILE he was growling. I have had dogs my whole life and re-homed many dogs over the years. Awesome info, thanks Timi! FREE Shipping by Amazon. # dog # friends # love. Dog-related stuff, in mini form. Brush occasionally with a firm bristle brush and bathe only when necessary. Mini and Toy Aussies. Go to puppy class 1x per week -3-4 months old, Go visit a neighbor and get socialized :), Hang out in pajamas by the fire after breakfast, Go earn our herding certificate -tired happy puppy, Learning to herd sheep, 6 months old ($65/45 min lesson). Health Tested, Mini Australian Shepherds, Mini Aussies, Miniature Australian Shepherds, AKC Australian Shepherds, Mini Aussie Puppies, Australian Shepherd puppy I have some friends who have a boarder collie and they take him to day care every workday and he loves it! He's a black tri and he's currently weighing in at about 14 lbs (at 17 weeks). We'd love for Moose to become an "off leash" dog, but with the way it's going we're not sure if that'll happen.Thanks so much in advanced!! Le Mini Aussie a de par sa taille besoin de moins d’espace et se contente d’une promenade. I agree that there's a shortage of advice for this breed. Any hoo....time for edits! Unlike posts, which are displayed on your blog’s front page in the order they’re published, pages are better suited for more timeless content that you want to be easily accessible, like your About or Contact information. A standard Australian Shepherd is a very active dog. Our Aussies are born and raised in our loving home situated on an acre and a half in beautiful Eustis, Florida. Sometimes inappropriate, usually humorous and always real: This is my life with my husband, our dogs and my horse adventures. In stock on December 21, 2020. That was sole hope. Here's my reasons why I think a Mini Aussie is the PERFECT Adventure junky dog: 1) Indie doesn't need much water because his smaller frame is exponentially more efficient at heating and cooling, so I don't have to lug around a lot of water or a huge bowl. but everything in SB was expensive). Yes, I have brought Indie to doggie day care a handful of times where I wasn't able to do our usual morning routine. SO ANNOYING!!!! We work with the prospective owners by finding out what is important to them. The Mini Aussiedoodle is a mixed breed the result of crossing a toy or miniature Australian Shepherd with a Miniature Poodle. I have never heard of an all-blue litter either! I work all day, but I can come home at lunch for a little break. So don't worry. Did Indie ever have issues being alone at first? The Miniature American Shepherd Club of the USA, Inc. was formed in 1990. Other than size, the miniature Australian shepherd looks exactly like the standard version. Moving outside: start somewhere with few distractions. Indie enjoyed going to the dogdie day care at first, but then he got bored with it or something and didn't seem to like being there for long. With early socialization, the Miniature Aussiedoodles are friendly with cats and other dogs. It's so worth it to pick him up at 6 p.m. -- after a relaxing day of not needing to walk him in the morning or go home to play with him at lunch -- and have him just PASS OUT in the passenger's seat before we even leave the parking lot and then be a couch potato for the rest of the night. Training. I think it's the best way to be in my opinion. The Miniature Australian Shepherd, abbreviated as MAS and also referred to as a Miniature American Shepherd or Mini Aussie, is considered a small herding dog breed. Thanks for the reply! Mini Aussie Puppies are just beautiful! I can barely write all things I want to. When Indie was 4 months old and starting to be awake for more of the day, I started taking him to day care twice a month for a little while. My life would be so dull without them. I hide one outside immediately. Thanks Timi, I will update this post now and mention that because I certainly did utilize doggie day care. Saturday, September 24, 2011. The Miniature Australian Shepherd, abbreviated as MAS and also referred to as a Miniature American Shepherd or Mini Aussie, is considered a small herding dog breed. Introduction: Getting a Miniature Australian Shepherd. You'll have to check back sometime soon and see it and chime in with any advice!Emma, that's a legitimate concern...I was always worried Indie would get bit because he's so forward with other dogs and walks right up to their face. If your Aussie does have a more serious condition that leads to blindness, it does not automatically mean your pup’s life is over. We like to know a little bit about our prospective puppy owners. “Check your phone! That way they at least know what you want. As of now, he does fine with two 30- to 45-minute walks a day around the neighborhood or on a hiking trail, but I'm sure that will need to increase soon! A little over a year ago, my husband and I started talking about getting a dog. Here are a few things to consider before getting an Aussie! Wow, Tesla is itty bitty! Mini Aussie: A Quiet and Rainy New Year! My mini aussie pup is 4.5 months old, and your earlier posts really helped me out as I grew accustomed to the schedule of raising a very smart, energetic dog. Maybe starting by fetching on a 20-foot lead?Also, in relation to what the other commenter mentioned, my guy has just started going to daycare once a week. Here's my advice based on what worked for us (and we worked HARD on this): 1) start off doing fetch in the house where there are fewer distractions. We were renting a nice townhouse, our jobs were secure, blah blah blah, you know the drill. ".>Here's another trick: turn your back and run away...that will get them to follow you often times. Introduction: Getting a Miniature Australian Shepherd. But, if you're taking him to puppy class and also doggie day care, that's pretty good. Depending on your work schedule it is important to get your Mini Aussie’s zoomies out before you can head out for the day. Sorry for long delay in response...work has been hectic. My husband came to me one night with a posting online about a mini aussie for sale. Il pourra donc se … that I probably went OVER BOARD with activities and training. Commenting on the fetch thing:My mini aussie is now 6 months old and plays fetch really well in doors and is reliable outside maybe 4-5 times before something distracts her. Sharing the journey of raising a Miniature Australian Shepherd! Great advice with the fetch. Our puppy ended up getting used to the crate the very next day, which was definitely an answered prayer :) He's been incredible in the crate and hasn't cried since!I was wondering if you had any advice on leash pulling? I'm hoping he'll eventually get used to it, but I'm not seeing any progress yet. The American breed club of the Mini Aussie sought recognition of the breed at the AKC. They sleep in our home with our kids and in our beds. A little over a year ago, my husband and I started talking about getting a dog. I love his coloring and can't wait to see how his coat turns out. it was pretty wild I'd never seen that before). We have a 14-week-old mini and I've enjoyed reading your treat and training recommendations. Playing with other dogs, in my opinion, is way more exhausting (and fun for them) than walks or runs. The mini Aussie is just like a regular sized Aussie, only smaller. A little over a year ago, my husband and I started talking about getting a dog. They are great active family dogs providing … Pax can also be registered with the AKC. (I took the week off to get him adjusted to the crate slowly). She loves to be with her people and is a cuddler. His parents are both on the large side at ~35 lbs, but I think he'll end up a fair amount smaller. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~, so I fall back asleep until it's light out, edience class, agility class, frisbee at the beach, or a trip to the dog park. Oakley is genetically clear by parentage. Here's a glimpse of our daily life and what works for us....Enjoy! We play tug or explore but basically I try really hard to set her up to succeed! Thank you so much for your blog! He'd rather play, play, play. $31.99 $ 31. Relaxing. The dog breed originated during the late 1960s in California when they were crossed with smaller, unregistered dogs thought to be Australian Shepherds. They can be effective herding dogs or active family pets. Most Mini Aussies live between 12 and 15 years. Even our toys must have the ability and drive to show their breed heritage. It seems mean but aussies are smart and they will figure out what you want them to do.Reinstate play after a few minutes, toss the toy call them back eventually he will return it. Also, puppies have the attention span of a house fly, he he! Actually that's what I originally wanted, but Indie's litter was 100% blue merles (can you believe it? :) Anyways, keep me up to date and if you ever write something you think Mini Aussies owners should know, email it to me and I will post it here! JAMMININ AUSSIEDOODLE PUPPIES BORN NOVEMBER 12, 2020 and READY FOR PICK UP (to the right homes) for JANUARY 9th or 10th 2020 *Reply with contact information for the photo album link to view additional photos of parents and puppies. 19 talking about this. Often I will set his food bowl down, and he'll eat it for about 7 seconds and then move onto something else. Life With A Mini Aussie. Aurora - Flopsie - 12" Auzzie. I bet you can't wait to see his coat come in as he gets older. And I'm no expert and this is my first mini so I'm very glad to hear other's experiences, it is VERY helpful. We are information hoarders and have spent many hours on the internet and on the phone with each other talking about food, training, etc and generally being over thinkers. Pay attention to your pup and you should be able to tell when they are getting bored. The downside is that it is expensive. Come! Males are larger than females. She loves to dig in the dirt, swim in the pond, and get in a good chase of cats or livestock (whichever is available). I hide one outside immediately. :-), Ha ha ha, that's funny! I will incorporate all this info in there!Yes, frisbeeeee!!! I take Tesla to this everyday for 45 min to an hour (depending on how she's behaving). Also, I was so paranoid that I wasn't doing enough and he would turn into a terror (maybe I've watched too much Dog Whisperer?) But like I said, we hadn’t really discussed it. Thanks so much! Rovers Cove Toy & Mini Aussies of the Pacific Northwest: ... child that is a bit rambunctious and full of life and you worry that he or she might have a bit too much energy for a dog, this is the dog breed for your child by and far. I've read you kind of create your own monster...so, if you walk your dog a lot, then now you have a dog that needs to get walked a lot. I feel you on the over-thinking! Avoid those foods made for small dogs, because the Mini Aussie requires the added nutrition to fuel their high activity and energy levels. The Australian Shepherd, the cowboy’s herding dog of choice, is a medium-sized worker with a keen, penetrating gaze in the eye. It is under the pinestraw in the back yard on the left hand size towards our big deck, if you are wandering where I put it. If his pic isn't visible on my thumbnail on this comment page, it should be visible on my profile thingy (I just uploaded it). They usually need less exercise than the full sized version of the breed. The Australian Shepherd that we know today was actually developed in the farmlands of the United States in the late 19th century rather than in Australia, as the name might suggest. Nothing serious, it was just that point in our life. This is what you want me to do!" Sorry for my late reply to your comment. Life With A Mini Aussie. I'll take all the help I can get! One full day of daycare at our training facility -- at least in my area -- is comparable in price to one hour-long obedience class. :). I sent you pictures! Throw one toy out and then lure them back with another toy. Le Mini Aussie ou toy est par nature un chien qui adore les enfants et aime jouer avec eux, il adore d'ailleurs accomplir n'importe quelle tâche pour son maître à condition d'être en sa présence. I bought a scale and started weighing him everyday I was so paranoid it was because he wasn't getting the right nutrients or something. Those can be scary. I that's the main reason I got this breed. Smaller dogs also cost less to feed, and appeal to our instinct to look after things which are small and cute. If you are looking for a small, compact dog with the strong work ethic of a much larger breed, consider the Miniature Australian Shepherd. He's not great with fetch yet -- he loves to chase the ball after I throw it, but then he gets distracted by something else (sticks, leaves ...) or would rather just chew on the ball or play keep-away rather than bringing it back. … An hour later he called me all excited. The miniature Australian Shepherd is an amazing child’s dog, and he is a very loyal dog. This breed is a smaller form of the Australian Shepherd that is rapidly increasing in popularity. Coming home at lunch is a MUST! Know what I mean? Introduction: Getting a Miniature Australian Shepherd. Go figure, those little stinkers! Only do it as long as they seem like their having fun (could range anywhere from 3 throws or more). Nothing serious, it was just that point in our life. ... 11 Things You Must Do Right To Keep Your Dog Healthy and Happy helps your dog live a longer, healthier life. I brought him every so often to get him socialized as well, just like you Emma, or because I was busy with work. He snatches balls and frisbees out of the air like lightening on crack. Souvenir d'un été de folie avec une Kokopote Springer dans notre endroit picknick préféré Ahhhhhh vivement le retour à la vie normal Qu'est ce qui vous manque à vous les Kokopains ? It's sooooo good for them! I think Indie was that same weight as Huck -you can check my growth stats page- so he might well be on the small side too.Oh man, can't tell you how long I fretted about food....geeeeez. Could this breed possibly be THAT persistent? The cost to buy a Miniature Australian Shepherd varies greatly and depends on many factors such as the breeders' location, reputation, litter size, lineage of the puppy, breed popularity (supply and demand), training, socialization efforts, breed lines and much more. A little over a year ago, my husband and I started talking about getting a dog. Each dog is VERY loved and you can be sure that the puppies come to you the same way! He graduated puppy class, but we're going to wait for a month or two before enrolling in the next class. Agreed...a day off from Aussie "maintenance" is like a day at a spa! Dog Breeder. Our Aussies are born and raised in our loving home situated on an acre and a half in beautiful Eustis, Florida. My Inside Activities! Yes, Indie was just like that with fetch as well. Huck isn't exactly a ravenous eater either. This adorable cute mini Aussie puppy is full of life and can’t wait to spoil you with kisses. No matter where you will be playing they will sit in the back whining with excitement for another eventful day. The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an incredibly intelligent breed and one that is always eager to learn. But now, it seems like so long ago and sometimes I wish he was a little fluffer-nutter again :). This is our pool at first i hated it but once i saw that Angus loved it i decided to give it a try and now i love it too! Over all I think everyone should do that for socialization, to get a break for themselves, etc on top of doing obedience and other socialization activities.You know, now that I think of it, I should caveat my whole freakin blog with the warning that I am a demanding, type-A, perfectionist, competitive, control freak and an uber active person so it's hard to tell if Indie was already like this or if I made him that way. :). Life is crazy and we all need help, it's a great resource! I'm fortunate in that my mini aussie (Tesla) is much, much smaller than Indie and gets tired a lot quicker :) I would love to take her to day care, but there is a waiting list in my area (NorCal)! I will try and update this post as well soon! Australian shepherds were first bred in the late 1800s in the American Southwest. Definitely take your pup to socialize with other dogs as often as possible! Would love to see a photo or 2 of how your "pup" looks now! Thanks, this is really helpful! As a ranching family, dogs have always been a part of my life. Just a thought you may want to look into! Life of a Mini Aussie Laying down enjoying a nice warm summer day after a tiresome game of fetch! Either it has worked out and he's well behaved, though I think with our next puppy I know I can be slightly more lax. Two Aussies vs. One by: Tony Good afternoon. He is vet checked, up to date on shots and wormer plus comes with a 1-year health genetic health guarantee provided by us! I shoulda included that in here. You want your dog to be accustomed so if you ever need this service, they're not freaking out. Texas Mini Aussie Rescue is a non-profit 501(c)3 adoption and referral service dedicated to placing homeless or abandoned Mini Aussies in loving, permanent homes. It seems like people are thankful for getting this info -I know I would have been. Oakley was our first mini Aussie and is a great mom. These dogs can be trained for a variety of dog sports including agility, obedience, herding, fly ball, disc dog, and so much more. By this we mean that if a Mini Aussie is a carrier of one copy of a certain gene and it is bred to another Mini Aussie with no copies of that same gene breeding might be acceptable. Each dog in our program spends it's life with us. A Gallery of Life with Our Mini Aussies Aarion’s is a small Hobby breeder dedicated to raising sound, healthy, loving, and gentle Miniture Aussies. (Answer: Yes). Thanks for the comments everyone! Daily exercise is also important. I used to play ultimate in college so I've always wanted a frisbee dog. There weren’t any pictures, there was hardly a description, but for whatever reason, the posting stuck out to us. Life Expectancy. They were originally called Mini Aussies and are sometimes still referred to by that name today. Get Quote Call (541) 786-8471 WhatsApp (541) 786-8471 Message (541) 786-8471 Contact Us Find Table Make Appointment Place Order View Menu. And he (his name is Huck) is *relentless* in his love of playing with (read: pestering) other dogs, so I'm hoping this will be a nice little weekly outlet for him. My husband saved the phone number and we decided he would call in the morning. Life With A Mini Aussie. We're working our way up to it with weekly daycare, though -- hopefully some dog manners will rub off on him and we can try a dog park soon! Lisa Ducret/Picture Alliance/Getty Image. When this happens and I don't think she will return the toy, I don't throw it. Can you imagine a king-size bed with 5 dogs sleeping with you! MINI AMERICANS began as Mini Aussies which are quite simply and 100%, Australian Shepherd in a small size. Maggie (LolaxRowdy) & Jazzy(SophiexRowdy) Love sitting with me in my recliner. They get so much better and less annoying to older dogs as they age. Pax is family raised with kids and has a sweet disposition. Nothing serious, it was just that point in our life. So I technically have a large toy aussie or a really small mini (she's probably going to be around 16 lbs full grown) which means she does require less exercise than a full sized mini like Indie. I first found this blog back when I was crate-training Huck and I was desperate to see if it was normal for him to scream like a banshee for a solid hour upon my leaving the room. This is what I really wanted --a resource for getting real life info on this breed and hearing from others really helps to put a more complete picture together. The Miniature Australian Shepherd is exactly as its name implies: a small Aussie. Be very strict and stop play immediately if he doesn't return the toy. Wow, $40 per day is really expensive! But, if every time you leave you put on some soft music and also give him a kong filled with treats and string cheese, he should quiet down and get to work and then sleep (as long as he is also exercised). Some small Australian Shepherds in California in the 1960s were bred to keep their size and temperament. I put him in daycare for socialization more than anything else; I figured it would help him with his manners with other dogs because he can get distracted and over-excited around them, so I want to try to make being around other dogs a more normal experience. This is why it’s important that when purchasing a puppy, your breeder can … However, my intrigue with the Australian Shepherd started when I was in grade school. Moderate Maintenance: The coat of the Miniature Australian Shepherd is easy to groom and needs little attention. Indie's parents are tiny, almost more like toys (which I didn't find out til later). Then I quickly realized he would likely top out at 21 lbs if we were lucky. Good job!!" We literally think that they can read our minds and are extremely remarkable dogs. I live in an apartment complex and everyday people take their dogs out at around 4-5 pm to play off leash. I found a small fenced in area near my apartment where I let her explore 5 minutes then showed her the disc. Proper nutrition is essential for a long and happy life. These dogs are the bomb.com <3 Thanks again for all the input here, it's SO helpful!!! I haven't been super consistent in teaching him exactly what I want from him when I throw him a ball or a toy, but I'll make this a new priority in our training. A New Life for 6 Aussies A few months ago, we asked some of our supporters for foster homes for six Australian Shepherds who were victims of a cruelty case. Click the Edit link to make changes to this page or add another page. He's been super easy to train, HE CUDDLES, and he's fun to play with outdoors. She is also known as a Mini Aussiedoodle, Toy Aussiedoodle, Mini Aussie-Poo, Miniature Aussie-Poo, Toy Aussiepoo and Toy Aussie … When looking to replace a lost fur friend I discovered the world of genetic testing. Even if I could afford to, I don't think I would put him in daycare every day, because I don't want him to become reliant upon it, but once a week is working great so far. He comes home tired and happy everyday and is never ever destructive because of it. Playing with them will be a sight to see. A mini Aussie runs through a slalom obstacle. Did you miss me! So far so good thank goodness, but dogs take it as a threat if another dog puts their face into it's face so it's good to be careful. I think this needs to become our next focus in training. Our dogs are so lucky, don't you think? This way, they learn what you are expecting of them and the rules of the game and also you don't have to chase them, you can reel them in.>Start with the dog by your side, wave the toy in their face to get them excited, and throw it only a short distance -say 4-5ft- at first and say the command you want [I say "Go get it! Nowhere will you find a greater companion that is so smart, trainable, and eager to please. You are totally fine! Other options New from $12.55. She was smart, beautiful and all of Los Alamos was in love with her. On the subject of whether it is better to have one or two dogs. I can't tell you how glad I was that this has been helpful to someone. 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