How fast do mini Australian Shepherds grow?
Usually, you can expect these dogs to grow at a decently fast rate. They will almost be their full size at as young as six months. However, because they are smaller dogs in general, they do not grow nearly as fast as the larger dogs out there. They just don’t have as much to gain.
Don’t expect them to remain a puppy for very long, though. Typically, they stop looking and acting like puppies at around six months. However, some may continue their mental and physical growth far beyond this. Certain dogs may grow faster than others, as their genetic pool is quite large.
There is a large variance in weight and growth speed among this breed, so you’re never going to know exactly what you’re getting. For this reason, it can be hard to predict their weight or at what age they’ll be fully grown. Part of this breed is its general unpredictability since it is not well-established. There are actually many ways to make a “miniature” Australian Shepherd. What method the breeder uses will determine the speed that the dog grows at.
For instance, some people refer to the Miniature American Shepherd as a mini Aussie, while other breeds may interbreed Australian Shepherds with smaller dogs to make a miniature version.