Miniature American Shepherd
Miniaturní americký ovčák
Key facts
| FCI group | 1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs) |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | United States |
| Category | Small |
| Height at withers | 33–46 cm |
Recognition features
- Small dog slightly longer than tall with moderate bone and smooth movement
- Medium-length straight to wavy coat with mane, in several colours incl. merle
- Energetic, trainable, reserved with strangers
Purpose
A small American herding dog from California, bred for farm work and sport.
History
The Miniature American Shepherd was developed in California in the late 1960s by breeding small Australian Shepherds to retain small size, activity and intelligence. It was first registered in 1980 under the original name Miniature Australian Shepherd.
Coat
Medium-length weather-resistant straight to wavy coat with a climate-dependent undercoat; short on the head and front of legs; black, blue merle, red, liver, and red or liver merle, with white and tan markings.
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