Australisk Terrier

The Australian terrier is known for its confident and feisty personality. It’s an alert and vigilant watchdog, always ready to alert its family to any potential threats. Because early European settlers in Australia faced harsh conditions, they needed a hardy, fearless dog that could work in all kinds of weather. Aussies were bred to control and exterminate rats and snakes on the waterfront, in gold mines, and on sheep stations in the outback. They were also used as watchdogs, shepherds, and companions to the people living in these stressful outposts. Australian Terriers are also remarkably loyal and affectionate with their owners, making them loving companions. Their intelligence and curiosity make them quick learners. They respond well to positive, reward-based training but prefer to think it’s their idea