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Miniature Australian Shepherd Information

• History
• Origins
• A Small Australian Shepherd
• Characteristics
• The Early Days of Recognitions
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Do mini Aussies make good family dogs?
• What health issues are of concern in the breed?
• Do mini Aussies respond well to obedience training?
• How much exercise do they need?
• Do they shed much? How much grooming is required?
• How big will a mini Aussie grow?
• Are mini Aussies noisy?
• Why even breed mini Aussies? What’s wrong with the Australian Shepherd?
• How do I get more information on the Miniature Australian Shepherd?
• Health
• Eye Disorders
• Orthopedic Disorders
• Allergies
• Brucellosis
• Breeding Merle to Merle
• Inheritance of Color in the Australian Shepherd
• DNA Verification
• Useful Addresses
• The Price of Popularity
• Standard
• General Appearance
• Character
• Head
• Neck and Body
• Forequarters
• Hindquarters
• Coat
• Color
• Gait
• Size
• Other Disqualifications
• Activities
• Agility
• Conformation
• Flyball
• Frisbee®
• Herding
• Obedience
• Therapy Dog
• Other Activities
• Resources
• Listserves
• Australian Shepherd Specific Books
• Club Publications
• General Dog Ownership and Obedience
• Obedience and Behavior
• General Care and Nutrition
• Dog Conformation, Genetics and Movement

Parent Club Services and Information

• Club Information
  • Miniature Australian Shepherd Club of America
  • Current Recognition
  • Recognition Benefits
  • Member Services
  • Becoming a Member
  • Should MASCA Pursue Further Recognition?
• Registry
  • Individual Registration
  • Special Registration
  • Suffix System
  • Follow Up
  • Failure to Qualify
  • Further Discussion
  • Litter Registration
  • Recording Titles
• Code of Ethics
  • Article 1: Records
  • Article 2: Breeding
  • Article 3: Health
  • Article 4: Sales
  • Article 5: Advertising
  • Article 6: Member Relations
  • Article 7: Implementation
• Officers and Committee Chairs
• Sample Newsletter Issue Online
• Message from the President
• The Price of Popularity
• From the Editor
• Blast from the Past: Cook's Joshua
• Natural Health: Essential Oils Pennyroyal & Citronella
• City Dog!
• Nominating Committee
• Spotlight Special: 5 Generation Pedigrees!
• Are You a Breeder or a Producer?
• Become a MASCA member
• Downloadable Forms and Fees
  • Current Fee Schedule
  • Forms
• Show Schedule, Events and Clubs
  • MASCA Specialties
  • Complete Show Listing
  • All Breed Show Clubs

Finding a Miniature Australian Shepherd

• Should You Get a Dog?
• Is This Breeder Reputable?
• The Price of Popularity
• Rescue Resources
• Miniature Australian Shepherd Breeders

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