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Miniature American Shepherd - breed standard (MASCUSA)
Miniature American Shepherd - breed standard (MASCUSA)

The Miniature American Shepherd is a small size herding dog that originated in the US. He is slightly longer than tall with bone that is moderate and in proportion to body size and height without extremes.

Breed standard education presentation (MASCUSA)
Breed standard education presentation (MASCUSA)

In 1980 the National Stock Dog Registry allows Cordova’s Spike to register as the first Miniature Australian Shepherd. The small size quickly gains popularity throughout the USA.