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American Shepherd

The American Shepherd, often referred to as the Miniature American Shepherd, is an intelligent and energetic herding breed with a strong work ethic. Compact yet agile, they are deeply loyal to their families and excel in activities like agility, obedience, and herding trials.

About the American Shepherd

AFFECTIONATE WITH FAMILY

Independent

Lovey-Dovey

GOOD WITH OTHER DOGS

Not Recommended

Good With Other Dogs

GOOD WITH YOUNG CHILDREN

Not Recommended

Good With Children

SHEDDING LEVEL

No Shedding

Hair Everywhere

COAT TYPE

  • Wiry
  • Rough
  • Curly
  • Hairless
  • Corded
  • Wavy
  • Smooth
  • Silky
  • Double

COAT GROOMING FREQUENCY

Monthly

Daily

COAT LENGTH

  • Short
  • Medium
  • Long

DROOLING LEVEL

Less Likely to Drool

Have a Towel

OPENNESS TO STRANGERS

Reserved

Everyone Is My Best Friend

WATCHDOG/PROTECTIVE NATURE

What’s Mine Is Yours

Vigilant

PLAYFULNESS LEVEL

Only When You Want to Play

Non-Stop

ADAPTABILITY LEVEL

Lives For Routine

Highly Adaptable

TRAINABILITY LEVEL

Self-Willed

Eager to Please

BARKING LEVEL

Only To Alert

Very Vocal

ENERGY LEVEL

Couch Potato

High Energy

MENTAL STIMULATION NEEDS

Happy to Lounge

Needs a Job or Activity

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American Shepherd
The American Shepherd, also known as the Miniature American Shepherd, is a versatile and energetic herding breed prized for its intelligence, agility, and compact size. Bred as a smaller counterpart to the Australian Shepherd, they share many of the same traits, including a strong work ethic, keen intelligence, and a playful, loyal nature. Their medium-length double coat, which comes in a variety of striking colors such as black, blue merle, red, and red merle, is both weather-resistant and eye-catching. These dogs are excellent companions for active individuals or families, thriving in environments where they can participate in activities like herding, agility, or obedience training. Despite their smaller stature, they have a big personality, excelling as working dogs or devoted family pets who are happiest when given both physical and mental challenges.

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