Australian Terrier Country of origin : Australia , the same country with Australian shepherd and Australian Cattle dog.
Australian Terrier Original Function :Vermin Destroyer
A well-trained Australian Terrier can be registered for dog sports such fly-games and agility classes. Do not expect any laurels because these dogs do not perform well consistently. Australian Terriers need to enjoy what they are told to do and can be quite stubborn once they lose interest.
Australian Terrier Dog Appearance
Australian Terrier Dog Body
The Australian Terrier’s Body is fairly squat and it is low on its legs. The trunk is long in comparison with its height. The top-line is level and the ribs are well sprung. The tail is usually docked in countries where this is permitted. The legs are straight and have small, well-closed feet.
Australian Terrier dog head
The long head has a flat skull and a long and strong jaw. The ears are small, they are carried erect and they must be set on high. The small eyes have a penetrating expression.Australian Terriers have a scissor bite.
Australian Terrier dog weight and shoulder height
On average Australian Terrier dog weight is 12-14½ lb ( 5-6 kg )
The Australian Terrier’s shoulder height approx 9½ in ( 25 cm )
Australian Terrier dog coat and colors
The hair is straight with an extremely harsh structure. It should not be wavy or wooly. Its length is about 2 inc ( 5cm ), except for the short hair on the ears and feet
The Australian Terrier has a blue trunk and a deep tan color on its legs and face. The cowlick could be blue, silver or even pure sandy colored red. Australian Terrier’s eyes should be dark.
Australian Terrier dog temperament
Australian Terrier dog character
These dog breed is well known for their vigilance, watchful dog, and courageous dog. Australian Terriers are very lively and self-confident, a little self-willed and independent. Their intelligence is above average and they are quite playful and cheerful. They are good guard dogs and keen to bark.
Australian Terrier dog social behavior
Australian Terriers get on quite well with children provided they are not teased. A strangers will not be accepted immediately, but it is not right to say that the Australian Terrier is suspicious by nature. Visitor will announced and barked but when the Australian Terrier dog-owners say everything is okay it will go.If the dog is socialized with cats and other pet at Australian Terrier puppy, there will be no problems later on. It is typical for a terrier to be domineering towards its peers.
Australian Terrier general dog care
Australian Terrier dog grooming
Australian Terriers with the right harsh coat texture do not need a lot of grooming. The coat will need a good brush and comb about once a week, and plucking from time to time.The old hair needs to be plucked by hand to allow new hair to grow. Ensure that no hair is growing in the ear canals and pluck excess hair by hand. An Australian Terrier that is well cared for will shed little hair indoors.
Australian Terrier dog training
The Australian Terrier need strict training because this self-confident freebooter will sometimes only follow its own ideas. A lenient handler will end up with an impossible dog that will not listen to any instructions and will go its one way. If these dogs are trained well and the rules are clear, they can learn new commands very easily. Make sure that you control their barking habits during their upbringing. The command to come heel should be taught at a very early age when the Australian Terrier still is a puppy.
Australian Terrier dog exercise
The adaptability of the Australian Terrier is phenomenal, and they will be quite happy living in an apartment. However, they are active working dogs that love to romp outdoors. Ball games are their favorites. Australian Terrier is a good family dogs.
