How big will a toy Aussie get?

around 10-14 inches tall
Appearance. The average Toy Aussie is around 10-14 inches tall and weighs between 12-17 lbs depending on the gender of the dog.

Are toy Aussies good dogs?

In addition to being good-natured and happy, the temperament and character of the Toy Australian Shepherd are that of a herding dog. They retain the instinct to herd, even if they have not come in contact with livestock. Some will even herd their owners.

Do toy Australian Shepherds bark a lot?

Do Mini Aussies bark a lot? Mini Aussies are not excessive barkers and usually only bark to alert their owner that someone is near or when something is wrong. Mini Aussies that bark excessively can be trained to only bark on command or to stay quiet.

Are toy Aussies easy to train?

The Toy 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.

Is a Mini Aussie a good first dog?

This makes them a poor choice for first-time or timid owners. Like many herding dogs, Australian Shepherds are by nature loyal to their family but standoffish with strangers. They need early socialization — exposure to many different people, sights, sounds, and experiences — when they’re young.

Can Mini Aussies be left alone?

The bottom line You should never leave an Aussie alone for more than four hours at a time, and try to make the most out of every day to prevent boredom and loneliness when they’re left to their own devices.

Do toy Australian shepherds bark a lot?

Are toy Aussies hypoallergenic?

Are Mini Aussies hypoallergenic? Mini Aussies are not hypoallergenic. They have long, thick hair, and they shed moderately.

How long can toy Australian Shepherds hold their bladder?

Once they hit 20 weeks, they may be able to hold it for four hours. Don’t plan on leaving them home for much of the day when you first adopt them. It simply won’t work. Because Mini Aussies are such active dogs, they often “forget” to go outside by themselves.