SpiritedCourageousAlert
Terrier Group — Origin: Australia
Australian Terrier
A small-sized terrier-group dog known for being spirited and courageous.
- Size
- Small
- Weight
- 5–7 kg
- Lifespan
- 11–15 yrs
Strength
6
Stamina
7
Trainability
10
Friendliness
7
At a mid-life age of 13 years, this breed is roughly
68 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- High-protein kibble sized for small jaws
- Two to three small measured meals a day
- Occasional soft treats for training
What it does
- Running or jogging with an owner
- Agility or flyball drills
- Hiking on weekends
Habitat
Thrives in apartments or small homes with regular short outings; adaptable to city living.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a alert streak, this breed keeps its condition with high daily exertion.
High exertion~104 min/day
Field note
Hailing from Australia, the Australian Terrier has been recognized as part of the Terrier group for generations of purposeful breeding.