Australian Terrier
Terrier group · Small size · From Australia
A spirited, alert, courageous Australian outback ratter — the first breed developed Down Under.
SpiritedAlertCourageous
Lifespan
11–15 years
Weight (M)
15–20 lbs
Height (M)
10–11"
Coat
wirehaired
Ad slot · breed-mid
Trait ratings
Energy
High
Trainability
High
Intelligence
High
Exercise needs
Moderate
Shedding
Lower = less hair
Low
Grooming effort
Moderate
Drooling
Very Low
Barking
Moderate
Good with kids
High
Good with dogs
Moderate
Good with strangers
Moderate
Protectiveness
Moderate
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
High
Common health issues
- • Patellar luxation
- • Diabetes
- • Allergies
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
Ad slot · breed-bottom
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