Australian Terrier

Breed Standard for the Australian Terrier

General Appearance:

The Australian Terrier is small, sturdy, and medium boned; it is long in proportion to height.

Head:

Eyes small and oval; head long and strong; ears small, erect, and pointed

Tail:

Set high and carried at twelve or one o’clock, docked leaving just less than one half

Color:

Blue and tan, solid sandy, and solid red

Size:

Weight: 12 – 14lbs; Height 10 – 11”

Temperament:

One of the quieter terriers, this dog is nonetheless a plucky, tough character, ready to go after a rodent when the chance arises.