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Australian Terrier
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group: terrier |
height: 10-11"
/ 25.4-41.91 cm |
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types: |
weight: 9-14
lbs / 4.08-6.35 kg |
colors: |
blue/silver
gray and tan, solid sand and red |
physical traits: |
strong, sturdy |
hair type: |
double coated, outer is
harsh and straight, wiry appearance, undercoat is soft and
short |
personality/
temperament: |
spirited, cheerful, courageous,
tough, alert, devoted, friendly, affectionate, entertaining,
ready to fight, feisty. some may be shy, aggressive |
maintenance/
special needs: |
brush regularly, not good
with other pets unless raised with them, won't back down
if threatened by larger more powerful dog, patience required
when training |
nickname: |
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origination: |
Australia |
bred for: |
working the Australian
Outback, farm ratting, watchdog |
identifying traits: |
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ideal for: |
family, companionship,
watch dog, city or country life, |
good with kids? |
yes |
life expectancy: |
14 yrs |
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kennel
clubs: |
akc,
ukc, saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(terrier dog group), fci-(small
sized terrier dog group) |
rescues: |
n/a |
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