Do Mini Aussies make good family dogs?
Yes, definitely. Mini Aussies become incredibly devoted to their people. They enjoy, and need to be involved in, family activities. They are gentle with children, good with other pets, and readily trained. But as the Australian Shepherd has a strong working heritage, mini Aussies often do best in families willing to spend time providing obedience training, exercise and who permit the dog to be part of the family. The standard calls for a dog of “strong herding and guardian instincts” and a “reserved” temperament. Because mini Aussies tend to be extremely loyal to their families, not all should be expected to be outgoing toward strangers. Early socialization is of the utmost importance in the Miniature Australian Shepherd.
Yes. Mini Aussies become incredibly faithful to their people and are usually very affectionate dogs. They love, and need to be involved in, family activities. They are affectionately nicknamed the “Velcro” dog as they just love being with people.These dogs are generally tender with children, good with other pets, and easily trained. Because of its strong herding background, mini Aussies often do best in active families who are willing to spend time providing obedience training, exercise and will permit the dog to be part of the family. Because Mini Aussies tend to be extremely loyal to their families, not all should be expected to be outgoing toward strangers. Early socialization is very important for the proper development of a Miniature Australian Shepherd puppy.
