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AUSTRALIAN TERRIER

THIS JOYFUL DOG IS GOOD WITH FAMILIES BUT BARKS AT STRANGERS AKC

Height range This terrier is likely to have been the result of crosses between Hair forms soft
Up to 10 in (Up to 26 cm) various terriers, including the Cairn Terrier (see p.189), the Yorkshire topknot on top
of head
Weight range Terrier (see p.192), and the Dandie Dinmont Terrier (see p.217), which Distinct
Up to 15 lb (Up to 7 kg) stop
were brought to Australia by British settlers in the 19th century.
Life span 15 years Diminutive yet spirited, the “Aussie” is an excellent house
Origin Australia dog but is best
exercised on a leash
because of a strong Straight back
instinct to chase. Shorter
hair on
Other colors muzzle

Erect ears
Blue with tan

Shorter hair on Harsh, straight,
lower legs Slight feathering dense, red coat
on forelegs

PARSON RUSSELL TERRIER

THIS ENERGETIC DOG WITH A STRONG HUNTING INSTINCT NEEDS FIRM HANDLING AKC

Height range Created in England in the 19th century by the Reverend John Russell,
13–14 in (33–36 cm) this long-legged strain of the Jack Russell Terrier (see also p.196) is intelligent,
Weight range high-spirited, and restless and needs a loving home where fun is a priority.
13–18 lb (6–8 kg)
Behavioral problems, such as excessive barking or snappiness, may occur Eyebrows of
Life span 15 years if it is underexercised or left longer hairs
Origin UK alone for long periods. There High-set, white
V-shaped,
are smooth-haired and tail with tan base button ears
rough-haired varieties;
both have a harsh texture.
Other colors
Tan markings mostly
occur on head
White
May have black markings. Short, rough,
Fairly deep-set, white coat
dark eyes
Longer legs than
Jack Russell
Terrier

Rough-haired

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