"The Miniature Australian Shepherd, North American Shepherd, North
American Miniature Australian Shepherd, and/or Toy Australian
Shepherd breeds are not recognized as a variety of Australian
Shepherd by ASCA. The club considers such dogs to be a distinct and
separate breed and will not accept them into its registry.
"Our bylaws state that ASCA's purpose is: 'To encourage members and
breeders to accept one breed standard for the Australian Shepherd as
approved by the Club as the only standard of excellence by which
Australian Shepherds shall be judged.' It is the mission of this club
and the mission of its members to preserve the breed rather than
change it."
As written by the Australian Shepherd Club of America
Interested in Aussies? Great, we are too. Do plenty of research, as this is not a breed for everyone. Aussies are smart, quick, determined, loyal, attentive and furry. They have lots of energy and work hard. They are quick learners, which can make it easy for them to get into trouble. They don't always like strangers, may herd whatever will run, and can be wary of children when not raised with them. They are truely an American breed and versitile enough to fit most needs, not to mention beautiful.