Personality

A Miniature Australian Shepherd is a sweet tempered breed. This breed has a forever puppy personality making it an ideal choice for a kid's playmate and companion. The dog will be a patient and loving protector of the children. This dog has an innate eagerness to please and seem to immediately know what the master wants. As with any other breed, early socialization and obedience training is necessary. A Mini Aussie is not dog aggressive but being a herding breed, it has the tendency to "herd" animals and people (especially strangers) by nipping their heels. These small individuals, unlike their progenitors would do well in apartments as long as the dog is provided with opportunities to exercise. A Miniature Australian Shepherd is no lap dog (although they do like to sit on your lap when they can). This small dog will not be satisfied with being idle all day. These dogs need human attention. By keeping the dog occupied, the development of destructive behaviors will be prevented.

Attractive, intelligent and energetic; Mini Aussies are big companions in a small body. The personality of the mini Aussie endears it as much as its teddy bear like appearance.