What's the common puppy exercise rule?

5 minutes per month of age, once or twice a day

Should you shave a Mini Aussie in summer?

No, the outer coat protects the skin and regulates temperature

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Where was the Mini Australian Shepherd developed?

It was bred in California in the late 1960s from the smallest Australian Shepherds.
What name do major kennel clubs use for this breed?

Same dog, two names.
Compared with a full-size Australian Shepherd, a Mini Aussie's energy level is...

The size went down, but the energy did not.
How much daily exercise does an adult Mini Aussie need at minimum?

An hour is the minimum, and closer to two is better.
What's the common puppy exercise rule?

It protects growing joints while still burning off energy.
Why might a Mini Aussie nip at running children's heels?

It's the same move herding dogs use on sheep, and consistent training fixes it.
Should you shave a Mini Aussie in summer?

Brush once or twice a week instead.
Which breeding pairing should make you walk away?

About one in four puppies from two merles can be born deaf, blind or both.