Miniature Australian Shepherd Temperament

The miniature australian shepherd is easygoing, perpetual puppies that love to play. Courageous, loyal and affectionate, they are excellent children's companions that are great with active children. A miniature australian shepherd is a devoted friend and guardian.

Very lively, agile and attentive, they are eager to please with a sixth sense about what the owner wants. miniature australian shepherds are highly intelligent and easy to train. They can become nervous and destructive if left alone too much without enough mental and physical exercise.
They need a job to do, as the breed is very intelligent, active and thus easily bored. Socialize your dog well when it is a puppy to avoid it becoming suspicious of strangers.

Some miniature australian shepherds like to nip people’s heels in an attempt to herd them. They need to be taught herding humans is not acceptable. A fine companion, it also enjoys working small stock. They are quiet workers. This breed is not usually dog aggressive. Make sure you are this dog's firm, confident, consistent pack leader to avoid Small Dog Syndrome, human induced behavior problems. Always remember, miniature australian shepherd dogs are canines, not humans. Be sure to meet their natural instincts as animals.