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Australian Terrier
The "Aussie" is one of the smallest in the Terrier Group. They are very loyal, intelligent, loveabel, amusing and makes an excellent watchdog. They have very keen haring and eyesight and will be very protective over their immediate family. They love to please their master and can be easily trained in obedience school. This breed likes to bark, though is not snappish. They are a very economical breed to feed.
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| Temperament: | The Australian Terrier has the courage of a much larger dog and has boundless energy. It shows great affection and makes a protective companion. This breed is good with children as long as there is no teasing involved. This is a good dog to travel with and can learn very easily. They get along with other dogs as well as other pets. |
| Size: | Height: 9-11 inches
Weight: 9-14 lbs. |
| Living Conditions: | The Australian Terrier is good for apartment living. It will do okay without a yard although it needs to be walked. They have a tendency to chase so they should not be let loose. |
| Origin | The Australian Terrier was the first native-bred Australian dog to be shown, and the first to be recognized overseas. Its origins are uncertain, but its immediate ancestor was without doubt developed in the United Kingdom in the early 1800s from the precursors of today\'s British and Scottish terriers. Some of these breeds are now extinct, but the Aussie likely has a mixed ancestry comprising the same dog types that produced today\'s Dandie Dinmont, Manchester, Irish, and Cairn terriers. |
| Health Issues: | The Australian Terrier is a healthy breed free of any major hereditary diseases. |
| Exercise | This breed will adapt to any lifestyle and as much or as little exercise as you give him. It loves to romp and play and is happoest when able to you so. |
| Grooming | The shaggy hair of this breed is easy to maintain. Brush several times a week, being soft undercoat. Brushing will bring out the natural high gloss of the coat. |
| Life Expectancy: | About 15 years or more |
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The Australian Terrier stands around 10 inches (25 cm) high at the withers and weighs around 14 pounds (7 kg). It is a low-set dog; the length of its body is longer than its height at the withers. The Aussie has a high-set tail that is customarily docked.
The head of the Australian Terrier is elongated, with a slight stop and pricked ears. The ANKC breed standard describes the dog\'s look as "hard bitten" and "rugged". The eyes are small, dark, and oval and must have a keen terrier expression. The leather of the nose runs up to the bridge of the muzzle, which is described as "strong".
The dog's coat is rough or harsh to the touch, with a soft undercoat and a distinctive ruff around the neck.
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