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Sunset Hill Mini & Toy Aussies


Mini Aussie Breed History: Where Miniature American Shepherds Really Came From
Mini Aussies have a fascinating history rooted in Australian Shepherds, the American West, rodeos, and horse shows. Learn how smaller Aussies became today's Miniature American Shepherd—and why Mini and Toy Aussies aren't simply mixed breeds made smaller.

Jill
Sep 2911 min read


Columbus, OH: 5 Dog-Friendly Places Your Mini Aussie Will LOVE
Looking for dog-friendly places in Columbus, Ohio? Explore 5 SSH Family favorites for Mini Aussies, including hiking, swimming, markets, farms, and more adventures!

Kendra
Sep 226 min read


Zoey & Phoebe: Big Love, Little Legs - A SSH Aussie Spotlight
Meet Zoey, a loving Australian Shepherd, and her Mini Dachshund sister Phoebe living in Cincinnati, OH! From happy spins to wrestling matches, these best friends do it all.

Kendra
Sep 174 min read


Are Aussies High Maintenance? An Honest Answer From Someone Who Lives With Them
Aussies are not necessarily high maintenance—but they are too smart to raise on autopilot. Here is what they actually need to become calm, happy, well-balanced family dogs.

Jill
Aug 257 min read


Chief Tennis Ball Retrieval Officer (AKA Cooper) - SSH Aussie Spotlight
Meet Cooper, a Black Tri Mini Australian Shepherd adopted from Sunset Hill Aussies now living in Mason, OH! A fun update on personality, training, and daily life.

Kendra
Aug 202 min read


How to Stop Your Aussie From Herding Your Kids
A well-trained Aussie can watch children run, bikes roll past, balls bounce, doors open, and everyday family life happen without feeling responsible for controlling every moving object.

Jill
Aug 1811 min read
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