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Sylar the Miniature Australian Shepherd
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Breed: Unknown
Sylar's mom says: Sylar is a ball of energy, at just 14 weeks old he has to be the center of attention. This is a bit hard considering his older sister once held this title and she's not going down without a fight! (Madison was the grown up puppy here). Sylar is everything one could want in an Miniature Australian Shepherd; he's cooperative and responsive and has learned so much just by observing the older dogs of the household. He's a bit of a Velcro puppy as he wants to be in whatever room 'hi' people are in; and if you leave, he will do everything in his little puppy power to stop you and corral you back! We have high hopes he'll be as good of a herder as his sire! When he gets old enough and his bones stop growing we hope to start him in agility or flyball! He's an athlete already of miniature proportions! His brother was the daily puppy seen here and he now lives in Arlington, VA! Maybe one day they can be reunited for a play session!
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He is the sweetest little thing I've seen! If it wasn't for my pup I'd have to go and find one just like him.
Hi,
In Australia we call this breed "Coolie". They are not at all common and I don't know any household that has one. But there is a man who breeds them for his own "Coolie Show" in the Barossa Valley, near where I come from. The Barossa is a tourist spot because of it's wines. This bloke has about 30 Coolies which he has trained to entertain people. They are absolutely gorgeous (as is Sylar) but I don't like them being exploited for entertainment.
So, you have a rare breed as far as I know!! How lovely for you.
I love fluffy puppies and Sylar sure is fluffy.
I hope you like the little bit of info I gave you
Cheers Rob
WOW - just gorgeous. Hard to choose a favorite photo. Wondering how large Sylar will be when grown? Best wishes always, and thanks for info. from Rob in Australia - very interesting!!
It's the whole family!!! How delightful!!! I don't even want to try to pick a favorite among them. If it weren't for my going-on-13 solo kitty, I'd be sooo tempted to join the family myself!
Biscuits and scritches to Skylar and the whole clan . . . and thanks for all the wonderful photos, everyone!
What a beautiful puppy. I love his colors. A little ball of energy. May he have a long and healthy life.
Francesca
Sylar looks like such an angel.
We started getting my sheltie into agility (training him)
Once he learned to run through the tunnel, He also thought the rain drain "tunnel" was one and he got sick :(
I hope Sylar will have a wonderful life with you and will become a champion
Lots of LUv
XOXO
Sylar is a very handsome fellow!!!! Best of luck with him. May you have many fun filled days of frolicking, snuggles, belly rubs, and next to family time, Sylar. What a beautiful coat you have!!! Many biscuits from our critter gang, they would love to play with you!!
the sister looks a little bugged out! "get this pup away from me" but man are they beautiful, so adorable!
What a cute floofy little guy!!! I just love the way this breed looks. They have the most intelligent look in their eyes. Your two pups are absolutely gorgeous. Little Sylar deserves extra everything today - and so does miss Madison!!!!
Must... kiss... nose...
Repeatedly!
What a beautiful dog.
Please guard that nose with sun block, it looks delicate.
:o)
Big sloppy puppy kisses to you Sylar.
(on the nose)
Sylar! A somewhat devious name for an adorable puppy! He looks like an absolute love, though. His colors are gorgeous, too.
Have fun with him!
Sylar and Madison,
Let me talk to you as I do my Golden and my ward, a Brittney. See if you can imagine this: I leave comments directed to the puppies and/or their masters. Some people read these comments like overhearing a conversation I'm trying to have with someone else and then they criticize what I say, particularly where I consistently encourage 2nd dogs and Rescue. Wouldn't it be better for them to ignore me rather than be annoyed ??
You're a beooootiful pup and sooooo lucky to have a good Mom AND a mate.
What a sweet happy little face to greet me this morning! I have a friend who has one of this breed that he rescued and loves dearly. I hope your Sylar brings you as much joy. Best wishes, many belly rubs and bunches of biscuits!! Thank you for sharing.
Oh good grief, Now I have to have a mini australian shep...
What are you guys doing to me?!!
Sylar is totally adorable and he looks so happy! He is going to be fun, fun, fun!
What a fluff ball!!! I love him. His sister looks like she has had enough here. Too funny. I want one now! He is gorgeous and looks like he is full of life. Best of luck and please send a picture when he is grown up. God Bless.
Sylar! What a fluffball. I hope that he does get to play with his adorable brother! I hope that Madison is adjusting well, too. What a happy guy.
I keep thinking of Sylar from the show Heroes who is not such a nice character. Luckily this Sylar overcomes that thought with his overwhelming cuteness!! Sniffs and licks from my labs to your shepards!
Both Sylar and Madiosn are beautiful - love the photo of Sylar looking adoringly up at Madison, but I thought this one best shows Sylar's intelligence. There is an Australian Shepherd in our neighborhood that runs with her family - that dog goes like the wind !! 11 + to both Sylar and Madison :)
How beautiful and precious!!! I'd just love to hug him and hold him all day. May you have lots and lots of years of love and fun with Sylar!
What a stunningly gorgeious young fellow you have here. I think merles are one of the prettiest colors - the eyes are exceptional also. But more than that, he appears to have a wonderful temperament. ps He could probably make it big time as a doggie model! :-)
Sylar, you're just AWESOME! Beautiful makings and you look like you're going 100 mph just sitting still...haha. I look at you and see raw energy! Here's lots of belly rubs and smoochies from our critter camp here in Florida. xoxo
It is so hard to choose a favorite picture, but this picture won out because you can see how tiny he is and how very beautiful they both are. All the best w/these lovely dogs.
Sylar is just gorgeous and he looks way smart, too. Thanks for sharing the pics of lovely Madison and adorable Chewie, too. Many, many biscuits and a long life to all 3.
Gorgeous Skylar, full of love and energy. I like the fact agility training will not start until his "bones stop growing". Hugs, kisses and 11 biscuits from Kansas.
P.S. Thank you goldenlover,
Sylar has such beautiful coloring, as this breed does! I just love them. They are beautiful, intelligent, and athletic. They love to please their master, also. I am happy Sylar is not alone, but has a large caring family around. Soon Madison and Sylar will be best buddies! God Bless you all with love, health, and happiness.
These are such intelligent, high energy dogs. They need LOTS of exercise and mental stimulation. They are not couch-potato dogs and are not suited for people who work and leave them alone all day. They excel at using their natural abilities, such as herding and agility. Flyball is too frenetic for any dog, it causes them to be overly stimulated as it is a game of "Fetch" in high speed. I agree with Rob who hates to see dogs exploited for our entertainment. I hope this little sweetie enjoys agility when he is old enough.
What a beautiful puppy. such a gorgeous ball of fluff.. He has such great colors in his fur... 11 biscuits for you and your pup. Enjoy..Hugs to all.
ps...goldenlover, i speak for myself regarding your post today...i never thought YOU were annoying as you mentioned toward the end. i am sure you are a wonderful person who obviously has a big heart. i just think the rescue pushing is annoying especially after i had such a bad experience with rescue organizations and local shelters. as i keep saying, i wish people would enjoy the puppies, which is the entire purpose of the site.
that's it from me on this issue...keep writing whatever you would like
Once again, you guys gotta stop making it so hard to pick one picture! Sylar is beautiful!! I love his little nose. In this picture it almost looks turned up! What a doll!
Sylar,you are the man! You look like a little whirlwind, like the tasmanian devil! How lucky to have your sis to play with all the time. I agree goldenlover that 2 [or more] dogs are better than one- if you can swing it. To me, wherever you get your dog-you just adopted or rescued him. I think your opinion is very important as all who write in here- after all the pups like Sylar are the reason I visit! These pups are a great uplifting segment of my day!
Sylar is the last one of his litter left, and I think his human mom, who is the best breeder ever and an amazing trainer, isn't going to give him up, even though she just got another little puppy who looks just like my Chewie. So, what I am getting at is, if you are willing to be my buddy (and hopefully live somewhere close to DC) and you think yopu would be a good owner for Sylar, you should check out the Westwood Minis page. The caveat is that his human mom and dad and his adoptive aunt Puchina will grill you to make sure that this little guy goes to a perfect home. If Crystal keeps him she is going to go from 4 dogs (ideally) to 6 and her husband might have to move out to another house to make room for all the delicious little Aussies!!!!!!!!!!!
Sylar is the last one of his litter left, and I think his human mom, who is the best breeder ever and an amazing trainer, isn't going to give him up, even though she just got another little puppy who looks just like my Chewie. So, what I am getting at is, if you are willing to be my buddy (and hopefully live somewhere close to DC) and you think you would be a good owner for Sylar, you should check out the Westwood Minis page. The caveat is that his human mom and dad and his adoptive aunt Puchina will grill you to make sure that this little guy goes to a perfect home. If Crystal keeps him she is going to go from 4 dogs (ideally) to 6 and her husband might have to move out to another house to make room for all the delicious little Aussies!!!!!!!!!!!
Aww, fluffy little pup. I remember Chewie...way beyond cute! Whether or not this is the place for it, it's never bad to suggest rescuing, too. It *is* a matter of life and death for lots of poor, adorable, scared and wanting love little rejects.
What an amazing puppy!! So beautiful. I had an aussie years ago..the sweetest dog ever. Bought a house to get another one but God gave me a rescue Sheltie instead, named "Shadow" going thru heartworm treatment. Horrible disease! Horrible treatment..some days it's touch and go, but he is worth it and will make it. Prayers, please, and lots of hugs and kisses for your wonderful dogs.
"HA!, I corraled you!"
What a handsome aussie. I lvoe Aussie sheppards, the coloring in their coat is so varied soe almost every one is unique. I hope to add a aussie sheppard to our faimly one day.
It's the nose, the fluff, the mini, eyes....
Ok it's just everything Sylar!!!!
Just love him! Lots of kisses on that puppy face.
Wow Skylar is just beautiful!
Goldenlover, I do understand where you are coming from. I have 2 pups now and support rescues/shelters as much as I can. But I also know how much more effort and money are required to care for 2 dogs. The "consistent" pushing of a 2nd dog and rescue can be seen as somewhat annoying, but for those who don't like it, it's easy to ignore. However, I think it could be seen BY THE OWNER as somewhat of a hint that their home isn't good enough for the puppy (at least that's how I would feel), which is opposite of what this site is for.
That's just my opinion, and I do not mean to offend anyone in anyway.
Keep the puppies coming!!
he is adorable! i love his eye color...i have an australian shepherd who has the same coloring!! your other dog is very cute too!
Sylar is sooooo cute! He looks like the sweetest, most playful puppy! I always wanted an Mini Australian Shepard!
[color=purple][b]What an adorable ball of fur and energy!! I've never been around a miniature Aussie - definitely are sweet in the videos and all the photos at your website. Thanks for sharing. Extra hugs to Sylar for a long life full of herding, agility and playing.[/color][/b]
To boobearsmom: You are not the only one who would give their eyeteeth for a miniature Australian Shepherd !!!!
Sylar's family are so VERY fortunate to have him..............I do know how it feels, as I had one many years ago !! Love him to pieces !!
[color=light blue] what a cutie!! i love his pink spotted nose! hope you have tons of fun with him!![/color]
Awwwwwwwwww, be still my heart, this is Mini Aussie perfection! Sylar, you can be MY velcro puppy, if your mommie doesn't mind.....
Just don't try to many high jumping tricks 'til your bones stop growing, or you might get hurt.......
[color=purple]BEAUTIFUL!!! :) Sylar you are PRECIOUS!!!!
Many kisses, hugs and biscuits to you!! :)
Best wishes always!!! :) [/color]
Oh my Goodness Sylar you are soooooooo adorable, and sweet
Lots of kisses on your pink and black nose soo cute!!!
I love all the pictures
11++++++++++++ biscuits and belly rubs
I can hear the conversation going:
- Can I have a kiss, pleeeese...
- I said, don't push it!
The only thing better than having a dog, is to have two dogs. I know because I have. Having more than two is probably heaven! God bless your family with many years of health and happiness!
Lucy's and Phoenix's mom from NY
Sylar is beautiful. I think I am falling in love with this breed. I love Sylar's coloring and markings & pink nose. What a cutie. Looks like a sweetheart too.
Robbie T -your information was great. If I had this puppy Iwould never go to work. This has to be the most beautiful breed I have yet to see. Picture wouldn't take but they are all beautiful. :)
Oh, the little man is so adorable! Biscuits and kisses to Sylar from me, he's just too cute! :D
PS Prayers for you and your pup,Shadow, jennie0128- good luck on the heartworm treatment.
Madison: "Either he goes or I go!"
Sylar: "You don't mean that, Madison, do you?"
Madison: "Boy, do I ever."
Sylar: "I'll get you to change your mind before long.
Gimme a kiss, please."
[color=red] HOW CUTE ????????
surely being this gorgeous has got to be illegal?
I love his name so so so much! SYLAR what a beauty. i love australian shepherds with all my heart and the minitures are just the best. Being unable to have one of my own, i have taken to gazing longingly at your little man! we could not possibly fit in any other animal into our house because it is so full.
i mean having 6 brothers is bad enough, and me being the only girl!
and
i also have loads of pets:
7 dogs
3 cats
AND
4 horses!!!!
but what i would give to have a pup like Sylar........
you are true perfection
and looking at h=these pictures melts my heart
such an adorable little angel
in case you were wondering, i gave you 11 biscuits!!!woop woop!
and i don't understand, why you don't have the full 11 from everyone.....
i mean people come on
can you not see
how stunningly, gorgeously, adorably, handsomely, PERFECT HE IS????????
i do apologise for that outburst but i just don't understand what is running through peoples heads as they give you anything lower than 11 BISCUITS.
deary me.....
anyway,
all the best
many happy memories
good luck
have fun
AND
enjoy it!!!![/color]
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OH MY GOODNESS ~ Sylar & his big sis are beautiful! Thanks for the *virtual puppy breath!*
It seems you have an adorable puppy! I love him! He is one of my two favorite breeds. The other is colle! I love him to death and wish I could just cuddle him!
OMG, what a beautiful mini Aussie. ANY size Aussies RULE!! LOVE, HUGS and KISSES....xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx & #10;
He is the best! Someone in the DC area has to buy him so he can be with his brother, my Chewie! http://thelittlestwo okie.bl... he was the fluffiest puppy of the bunch.