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WHAT THIS DOG NEEDS
The Miniature American Shepherd is a small herding dog that closely resembles the Australian Shepherd in appearance and character, but in a more compact size. Recognized provisionally by the FCI under standard number 367, this breed was developed in the United States from small Australian Shepherds, and it has gained popularity for its intelligence, agility, and devoted nature. Prospective owners should understand that this is a working breed at heart, with a strong instinct to herd and a need for purposeful activity.