Australian Terrier

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Summary

  • The Australian Terrier is a small, sturdy dog originally bred in Australia for hunting rodents and snakes. They are known for being spirited, courageous, and affectionate with their families.

Origin and Purpose

  • Developed in Australia in the 19th century to hunt snakes and rodents.

Appearance

Dimensions

GenderHeightWeight
Female10-11 inches (25-28 cm)15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)
Male10-11 inches (25-28 cm)15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)

Coat

AttributeNotes
Color
  • Blue & Tan
  • Sandy
  • Red
Type
  • Harsh, straight, and dense
Length
  • Short to medium

Care

AttributeNotes
Shedding
  • Low
Grooming
  • Weekly
Drooling
  • Very Low

Body

AttributeNotes
Head
  • Long and strong
Skull
  • Flat, with moderate width
Ears
  • Small, erect, and pointed
Eyes
  • Small, oval, dark
Nose
  • Black
Muzzle
  • Strong and tapering
Teeth
  • Scissor bite
Neck
  • Moderately long
Forequarters
  • Well laid back shoulders
Fore Legs
  • Straight and parallel
Hindquarters
  • Well-muscled
Hind Legs
  • Moderately angled
Feet
  • Small and round
Tail
  • Set high, carried erect, may be docked
Gait
  • Free, agile and effortless

Temperament

  • Spirited, intelligent, and courageous with a lively and confident nature.

Social

AttributeNotes
Affectionate with Family
  • Yes
Good with Children
  • Generally good
Good with Dogs
  • Good with supervision
Good with Cats
  • Can be good
Openness to Strangers
  • Reserved
Playfulness Level
  • Moderate
Protective Nature
  • High
Adaptability Level
  • Moderate

Working Roles

  • Ratting
  • Companion

Exercise Needs

  • Moderate

Health

  • Generally healthy, some can be prone to patellar luxation and diabetes.

Additional Notes

  • Requires firm and consistent training, enjoys mental stimulation, prone to barking.

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