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The Australian Terrier is affectionately known at the "Aussie". They are one of the few non-English terriers. Created by Australian setters they are the smallest of the working terriers. Australian Terriers have boundless, playful energy and are a very loyal and affectionate companion for their immediate family. They will adapts well to all living conditions and climates. Because of their quite and affectionate nature they make a great companion for children, elderly or the handicapped.
Height: 10 inches
Weight: 12 - 14 lbs.
Colors: Blue, steel blue, or dark gray-blue with rich tan on face, ears, under body, lower legs and around the vent.
Coat: Harsh, straight, dense and long, with short, soft undercoat.
Temperament: Australian Terriers are feisty, dutiful
With Children: Yes, older children.
With Pets: Yes
Special Skills: Sheepdog
Watch-dog: Very High
Guard-dog: Low
Care and Training: The Australian Terrier has easy to care for coat. Brush the coat a couple of times a week as the brushing stimulates the natural oils in their coat giving them a high gloss. Australian Terriers should be bathe only when necessary. Minimum exercise is needed, but they will enjoy a daily walk or free roam in a fenced yard. Easy to train for both breed and obedience competition or a well-mannered pet.
Learning Rate: High
Activity: Medium, is active, but is easy to live with.
Living Environment: Urban, rural, suburban. Apartment is fine if daily walks are given.
Health Issues: May suffer from dislocated kneecaps, deterioration of the hip joint and skin problems.
Life Span: 15 + years
Litter Size: 3 - 4
Country of Origin: Australia
History: Developed over the past 150 years in Australia. The Australian Terrier is a combination of several British Terriers such as the Cairn, Dandie Dinmont, Irish and Yorkshire. Australian Terriers are reputed to be an unsurpassed vermin killer, who could also dispose of a snake.
First Registered by the AKC: 1960
AKC Group: Terrier
Class: Terrier
Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 3), KC (GB), UKC
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