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Dogs
# The Australian Terrier: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Australia
Small rustic terrier, lively and well-balanced, as comfortable with the family as in the great outdoors.
Size SmallLife expectancy 12–14 yearsBudget ≈ €71/monthPuppy €800 – €1,000
[Find a breeder 28](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-australian-terrier) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=australian-terrier)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Good
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Fair
Strengths and weaknesses
- Practical format: Its small size makes everyday life easier while keeping the true temperament of an active dog.
- Balanced temperament: It combines liveliness, attachment to its family, and generally pleasant behavior at home.
- Reasonable maintenance: Its coat mainly requires weekly brushing and routine care without heavy grooming.
- Real activity needs: Despite its small size, it needs frequent outings and stimulation to stay well balanced.
- Terrier instinct: Its taste for exploration and chasing can complicate recall without early training.
- Health vigilance: Certain orthopedic, dental and metabolic predispositions justify serious monitoring.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active families: He enjoys family life provided he benefits from regular games, walks and interactions.
- People with plenty of time: He is suited to present owners capable of offering him attention, structure and daily activity.
- Life in a house or active apartment: He can adapt to different homes if his outings and stimulation are sufficient.
Not recommended for
- Very sedentary households: A lack of exercise and activity can encourage boredom and troublesome behaviors.
- People not very invested in training: Without consistency or reminders, its terrier side can become more difficult to manage.
- Unsupervised cohabitation with small animals: Its hunting instinct may require particular precautions depending on the individual.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
25 cmAustralian Terrier
- Height at the withers
- 24–25 cm
- Weight
- 4–6 kg
- Coat
- Long, dense and harsh
- FCI group
- 3
- Origin
- Australia
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Australian Terrier in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
Descended from British-origin terriers, the Australian Terrier was developed in Australia from imported dogs such as the Skye Terrier, the Scottish Terrier, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Yorkshire Terrier. The first dogs close to the current standard appeared at the beginning of the 19th century, especially in Tasmania. A working breed above all, it was used both to hunt vermin and to raise the alarm in case of intrusion.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Australian Terrier is a small dog low on legs, solid, rustic and full of vigor. Its body fits into a rectangle, with a horizontal topline, a strong loin and a moderate chest. Its coat is dense, straight, relatively long and of a harsh texture, with a short and soft undercoat, a ruff on the neck and a topknot on the head. The ears are small, erect and pointed, the dark brown oval eyes express great liveliness.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Hard-working, determined and hardy, the Australian Terrier retains a true terrier temperament in a compact format. He is affectionate with his family, pleasant to live with and generally well-balanced. His natural alertness and energy make him a lively companion, without being an imposing guard dog.
Affectionate Playful
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
Active on a daily basis, he needs frequent outings, games and interactions with those close to him to stay comfortable in his paws. He adapts to different lifestyles if his needs for activity and attention are respected. His terrier instinct can encourage him to explore, to chase small animals and to use his voice depending on the context.
Training
## Training and socialization
His training must start early, notably for recall, self-control and basic obedience. The Australian Terrier learns well with a gentle, consistent and encouraging method, but he also requires a clear framework and a certain firmness. Short, playful and regular sessions generally give the best results.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Australian Terrier
The purchase price varies depending on the quality of the lineage, the seriousness of the breeding, the tests carried out on the breeding dogs and the availability of the breed. The overall cost is not limited to the acquisition and must be considered over the dog's entire lifetime.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/australian-terrier/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Australian Terrier is a small dog that is generally hardy and robust, but like many terriers it is not free from hereditary or orthopedic predispositions. Regular veterinary follow-up, good oral hygiene and maintaining a stable weight help to preserve its quality of life.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/australian-terrier/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Australian Terrier needs a complete, digestible and good-quality diet, adapted to its age, its weight and its activity level. Regular meals and control of intake are important to maintain a harmonious silhouette.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/australian-terrier/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Australian Terrier is one of the rare breeds truly developed in Australia from British terriers. Despite its small size, it has long been appreciated for its hardiness, its determination against pests and its ability to quickly alert its household.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Australian Terrier
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Australian Terrier suitable for family life?
Yes, if it is well socialized and if the household can meet its exercise and training needs. Each individual still needs to be assessed.
### Can the Australian Terrier live in an apartment?
That depends mainly on its activity level and the regularity of outings. An apartment is suitable only if daily needs are truly met.
## Find a Australian Terrier breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Australian Terrier breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Australian Terrier breeders by country
[14 breeders of Australian Terrier in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-australian-terrier/germany) [6 breeders of Australian Terrier in Finland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-australian-terrier/finland) [3 breeders of Australian Terrier in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-australian-terrier/denmark) [3 breeders of Australian Terrier in the Netherlands](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-australian-terrier/netherlands) [2 breeders of Australian Terrier in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-australian-terrier/austria)
[All breeders of Australian Terrier in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-australian-terrier)
## Ready to welcome a Australian Terrier?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-australian-terrier)
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