ADDITIONAL AUSTRALIAN TERRIER PICTURES
Family: Terrier
Breed Group: Terrier
Origin: Australia
Date of Origin: 1800s
Originally used for: Ratter, herder, companion and watchdog
Used today: Companion, watchdog
Other Name(s): Aussie
History of the Breed: The Australian Terrier breed was developed for rodent and snake control, as a watchdog, and occasionally for
sheep herding. The Aussie originated in Australia in the 1860s it likely has a mixed ancestry comprising the same dog types that produced
today's Dandie Dinmont, Manchester, Irish, and Cairn Terriers. These small Terriers helped expand the frontier in Australia.
General Appearance: A compact, longer in body than height, very alert attitude, prick ears, docked tail, dark eyes, with a
rugged 2.5 inch harsh coat.
Height & Weight:
Height 10-11 Inches
Weight 12-16 Pounds
Coat: Harsh and straight, undercoat is short and soft
Color: Blue and tan, solid sand, solid red
Grooming needs: To keep their wiry coat free of mats, they require regular brushing and trimming.
Temperament of Breed: Like most Terriers they are high energy, loyal, and loving and can be stubborn.
Friendly with children: Yes, excellent with Children
Friendly with other dogs: Males can be aggressive with other male dogs, socialization is recommended starting at an early age.
Suitability as a watchdog: Good
Exercise Level: Moderate
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Cushings, Addisons, thyroid issues, diabetes
Minor:
Life Expectancy: 13-15 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 113
First Registered by the AKC: 1960
Registries: FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CKC, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
Australian Terrier Club of South Australia
The Australian Terrier Club of America, Inc.(ATCA)
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