ASDR /NSDR
Miniature Australian Shepherds
(AUSSIES)
Wes and I have always LOVED aussies. We raised standard size aussies several years ago and they are probably our favorite breed. Unfortunatly when our old original female got killed we lost our desire to raise any more pups and eventually we lost that line entirely.
Since we have always loved the aussies so much, recently we decided to try the miniature and toy size aussies, which are a HOT and fairly new breed to see how much we like them.
Needless to say, we both LOVE these new dogs. They have the heart, try, intelligence, the overall thickness and bone density of a full size aussie, But the added value of being a smaller size dog. PERFECT for house dog or dog that can go with you anywhere outside, inside, on long trips in the car, or working stock.
They really are the best of both worlds.
Country of Origin: The Australian Shepherd does not actually originate in Australia. It is believed that some Basque farmers brought ancestors of these dogs with them when they emigrated to Australia, then subsequently to the United States during the 1849 California gold rush. However, the breed as it is known today was developed in the American Southwest over the next few decades. Breeding during this period was mainly focused on ability—speed, agility, and endurance. Australian Shepherds became popular pets after they were featured as rodeos performers in the 1950’s. The Miniature Australian Shepherd was created by selectively breeding small Australian Shepherds.

Size: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a shoulder height of 13-18 inches and weighs 17-40 lbs. Aussies in the lower end of that range are sometimes referred to as ‘Toy Australian Shepherds’.

Coat: The Miniature Australian Shepherd’s coat ranges from medium to long, with a dense undercoat. It can be straight or slightly wavy, and is highly weather resistant. The Miniature Australian Shepherd can be black, red, red merle, or blue merle. All may have white markings or tan points.

Character: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is intelligent and eager to learn. It is relaxed, loyal, and devoted, bonding closely with family.

Temperament: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a great companion for children and other pets, especially if socialized as a puppy. Miniature Australian Shepherds are affectionate and kindhearted.

Training: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is fun to train because it learns quickly and easily. Aussies are unusually eager to please and adept at a wide variety of sports and games, such as herding, Flyball, and agility competitions.

Activity: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an excellent companion for people that are active, particularly those who recreate outdoors. Miniature Australian Shepherds are especially popular in dog agility competitions and other dog sports. Aussies will do okay in an apartment if sufficiently exercised.
Harley- registered with NSDR/ASDR. Red Merle Harlequin Mini Female. Absolutely gorgeous red merle female with 2 blue eyes. She is so friendly and outgoing and loves people. Follows me around and enjoys doing anything at all with me. She is 15 inches tall and is very thick! We love this girl and look forward to many, many years with her;) Harleys brother titled in the showring
Harley's sire is NSDR registered, a Black tri with lots of copper, 14.5 inches tall, and has one blue eye. Eyes CERF Clear and Hips OFA Good.
Harley's dam is NSDR registered, a red merle harlequin, 16 inches tall, and has two blue eyes. Eyes Cerf Clear and Hips OFA'd Good.
CS Blue Skye-ASDR Registered. GORGEOUS blue merle TOY female with two marbled blue eyes. She is the absolute cutest aussie and stands about 13 inches tall. She is as broad as she is tall and is so thick boned and stocky. She is not as much of a up in your face kinda dog as Harley, but she is very loyal and is content to be laying close by or watching for possible intruders. She is a true friend and always wants to help. She has quickly become one of my favorites and I am proud to own her. Her mom and dad are listed below.
Skye's sire- Boomer. He is NSDR registered, 14 inches tall and is the sire of a IABCA International Champion, and the grandsire of Cottonwood King Tut who has his IABCA Puppy Championship.
Skye's dam- Kit Kat. She is NSDR registered, 16 inches tall, and has two blue eyes.
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Skid-  Black Tri Male registerd with NSDR/ASDR. Isn't he just the cutest thing!
Skid's pedigree is completely full of Championship Bloodlines. 6 out of 7 dogs on his top side were either Champions or International Champions. He carries the bloodlines of Pleasant Woods Pure Country, Waggin' Tail Mr. Pickle, Bing Bang Boom, Celebrity Ward's Wendy, and Rafter Bottle Wrangler on top.

To go with that great pedigree, Skid is a TOY sized aussie and is 11 inches tall and weighs 12 lbs. Let me tell you though, that he doesn't lack for any working dog ability or intelligence. He is as intelligent as any I have ever had and he is ferocious at playtime. He has the personality of an angel when he is with me and I believe he would do anything I asked.  Check out his mom and dad that are listed below.
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Skid's sire- Celebrity Ward's Country Pickles. He was NSDR/ASDR registered, 10 inches tall, and TINY. Pics of him are at 10 months old. Sadly he passed away not long after these pics were taken.
Skid's dam- Bar L Gypsy Ringo. She is NSDR/ASDR registered, 14 inches tall, and has two blue eyes. 
These are Skid's Grandparents on his Mom's side. Left side is Crim's Oklahoma Chip- which is Ringo's Sire. On the right is Skagg's Gypsy- which is Ringo's dam.
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These are Skid's Grandparents on his Sire's side. Left side is CH Pleasant Wood's Pure Country- which is Pickles's Sire. On the right is Celebrityward's Sugar and Spice- which is Pickles's dam.
These pics are of Skid at 8 weeks old.
Here are pics of my past Aussie Pups!