The Australian Terrier is a small breed of dog in the terrier family.
Appearance
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 ANKCbreed 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".
404Australian Terrier - Breed history and characteristics, provided by Dogs Down Under.
Australian Terrier Breed Standard - Official description of the breed as provided by the American Kennel Club (AKC).
Meta Description: [ A small, sturdy, medium-boned working terrier, rather long in proportion to height
with pricked ears and docked tail. Blue and tan, solid sandy or solid red in color,
with harsh-textured outer coat, a distinctive ruff and apron, and a soft, silky
topknot. As befits their heritage as versatile ... ]
Australian Terrier Rescue - A national, non-profit organization rescuing and adopting out dogs in need. Also gives breed history and description.
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