Miniature American Shepherd puppies playing in the garden at the Royaume des Galopins kennel
American Shepherd

The Miniature American Shepherd

The Australian Shepherd's temperament, scaled down for city living: the same intelligence and drive, in a size that fits an apartment.

The breed in brief

The Miniature American Shepherd is a fully recognized breed, born in the United States from selecting smaller Australian Shepherds. It shows the same striking coats (blue merle, red merle, tricolor...) in a compact, athletic size.

Temperament

Lively, affectionate and deeply attached to its family, the Miniature American Shepherd needs regular exercise and mental stimulation. We select our breeding dogs for their nerve balance and sociability.

Our American Shepherds in photos

Our American Shepherd breeding dogs

Amazon, a female Miniature American Shepherd at the Royaume des Galopins kennel

Mother

Amazon

Miniature American Shepherd

Pedigree: LOF — Miniature American Shepherd, American line

  • Testée ADN Embark
  • MDR1 : normal/normal
  • Hanches/coudes : indemne

Amazon — 11 kg, 38 cm, red merle coat, blue eyes. Very gentle and cuddly once she knows you.

Arrow, a male Miniature American Shepherd at the Royaume des Galopins kennel

Father

Arrow

Miniature American Shepherd

Pedigree: LOF — Miniature American Shepherd

Arrow is an adorable dog, extremely sociable and close to his people. Affectionate and full of tenderness, he adores cuddles — his one real weakness! ❤️ At 38 cm, Arrow has a small, compact and harmonious size, together with a very good density of coat. His beautiful red tricolour coat and odd eyes give him a unique and particularly expressive look. A little male as appealing for his exceptional character as for his build.

Aston , a male Miniature American Shepherd at the Royaume des Galopins kennel

Father

Aston

Miniature American Shepherd

Pedigree: LOF — Miniature American Shepherd

  • Testée ADN Embark
  • Hanches/coudes : indemne

Aston is a beautiful red tricolour male with blue eyes. He is playful, friendly and full of energy.

Coco, a female Miniature American Shepherd at the Royaume des Galopins kennel

Mother

Coco

Miniature American Shepherd

Pedigree: LOF — Miniature American Shepherd

  • MDR1 : normal/normal
  • Hanches/coudes : indemne

Coco is a beautiful red tricolour Miniature American Shepherd, set off by her stunning blue eyes. She is an adorable and very endearing girl.

June, a female Miniature American Shepherd at the Royaume des Galopins kennel

Mother

June

Miniature American Shepherd

Pedigree: LOF — Miniature American Shepherd

June is an adorable LOF-registered Miniature American Shepherd of very small size, standing only 34 cm at the withers. Very compact and harmonious, she has a pretty build and an expression full of gentleness. As for character, June is an extremely sociable and affectionate girl who is close to her people. She adores cuddles, including from people she does not know: under a stranger's hand she relaxes so completely that you could almost say she “purrs” with pleasure! An endearing little girl, gentle and very easy to love.

Available American Shepherd puppies

Frequently asked questions

What is the Miniature American Shepherd?

The Miniature American Shepherd is a distinct breed, recognized by the AKC, developed in the United States by selecting smaller Australian Shepherds. It retains the intelligence and versatility of its ancestor in a compact size.

How is it different from the Miniature Australian Shepherd?

The two breeds are historically very close but evolved separately: the Miniature American Shepherd is an independently recognized breed with its own standard, generally a bit smaller and more compact than the Miniature Australian Shepherd.

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