Miniature American Shepherds
of Canada
Miniature American Shepherds
of Canada
About The Miniature American Shepherd
General Info
Origin
The Miniature American Shepherd is the result of a breeding program that began in the 1960s to produce a scaled-down version of the Australian Shepherd. While its unique size makes it a suitable companion dog, it still possesses the traits it was bred for – herding small stock.
Temperament
Versatile, enthusiastic and quick to learn, the Miniature American Shepherd is a protective, good-natured, devoted and loyal companion.
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Activity level
An intelligent dog that takes well to action, the Miniature American Shepherd has proven to excel at agility, flyball, obedience, therapy work and herding.
Height/Weight
The Miniature American Shepherd may be between 13-18 in (33-45.7 cm) at the shoulder and weigh 20-40 lb (9-18 kg).
Coat
The coat is moderate in length, straight or slightly wavy, weather-resistant with a soft undercoat.
Colour
Acceptable colours are black, blue merle, red or red merle, all with or without tan and/or white trim.
Grooming
Weekly brushing will remove dirt and loose hairs and keep the dog looking neat. More frequent grooming will be required during shedding season.
Canadian Kennel Club Breed Standard
Health Testing Requirements (OFA CHIC)
Hip Dysplasia
One of the following:
FCI evaluation
OFA Radiographic Hip Evaluation
PennHIP Evaluation. Results registered with OFA.
ACVO Eye Exam
ACVO Eye Examination. Results registered with OFA.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (prcd-PRA) DNA Test
DNA based prcd-PRA test results from an approved laboratory
MDR1 - Multiple Drug Sensitivity
DNA-based MDR1 test results from an approved laboratory
HSF4 - Hereditary Cataracts
DNA based HSF4 test results from an approved laboratory
NAD - Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
DNA based NAD test results from an approved laboratory
Elbow Dysplasia (Optional but recommended)
OFA Radiographic Elbow Evaluation
Patellar Luxation (Optional but recommended)
OFA Evaluation - min age 12 months
Dentition (Optional but recommended)
OFA evaluation
CEA - Collie Eye Anomaly (Optional but recommended)
DNA based CEA test results from an approved laboratory
DM - Degenerative Myelopathy (Optional but recommended)
DNA based DM test results from an approved laboratory
CDDY/CDPA - Chondrodystrophy with or without Chondrodysplasia (Optional but recommended)
CDDY/CDPA DNA based test results from an approved lab
CMR1 - Canine Multifocal Retinopathy (Optional but recommended)
DNA based CMR1 test results from an approved laboratory
HU - Hyperuricosuria (Optional but recommended)
DNA based HU test results from an approved laboratory