| Tenterfield
Terrier Details
Height: 25 - 30cm (10" - 12")
Weight: in proportion to dog
(average 4.5 - 6.5 kg)
Coat: Single coated, short and of smooth texture. Features: Small
sized dog, which is happy to be as active or sedentary as you are.
Smooth single coat - easy to care for, with minimum grooming required.
The tail can be either full, natural bob or docked.
Colour:
Predominantly white with black, liver and/or tan markings in
all its shades. Brindle markings acceptable but not preferred. Full
colour coats are not acceptable. Skins should always be pigmented.
Coat:
Single coated, short and of smooth texture.
General
Appearance: Small sized dog. Head is wedge shaped with
slightly oval shaped dark eyes. Ears are V shaped with slightly
rounded tips.
The tail can be either full, natural bob or docked.
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Dog
Facts
Price:$400
- $600 or more
Temperament: Loving, friendly,
inquisitive, stubborn, independent
Lifespan: 12 - 14 yrs
Recommended for: Active people,
active families with school-aged children, sedate older dogs for
senior citizens.
Be Aware
# there are not a lot of Registered breeders around, most people
need to go on a waiting list to get a puppy.
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The Tenterfield Terrier began
its origin in England during the 1800's. It is believed that the
first of these dogs were brought to Australia by early settlers.
As these wonderful little dogs have been used primarily as a farm
working dog or as an excellent family pet.
They are a strong, active, agile working terrier of great versatility.
It is a bright and happy dog, a useful working dog and a wonderful
companion. Confident with an eagerness to learn, showing great loyalty
to it's owner and although fearless and bold at work, he is an ideal
companion dog in the home.
Grooming-
No major time commitments are necessary, with the Tenterfield Terrier's
short single coat. Baths are required only once every 3-4 months,
or when dirty. Nails do need trimming regularly because they may
not be worn down enough due to the small size of the dog.
Exercise-
They respond very well to positive reinforcement methods - negative
methods such as hitting and yelling can bring out their stubborn
streak. They learn quickly and are very smart. Tenterfield Terriers
are good at dog sports such as Obedience, Agility, Flyball and Frisbee
- their small size often makes them the crowd pleasers of the show.
A 20-30 minute brisk walk once a day is enough exercise, but they
would be happy to run free for hours, if they have the chance. A
good compromise is a short 15 minute walk each weekday and a long
run on the weekends.
Health-
Occasionally prone to allergies - a good diet without flavours,
colours and additives is recommended.
For Diet and other general dog health information Health/Nutrition
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Other
information on this breed
Websites:
Clubs:
TENTERFIELD TERRIER
CLUB OF WA Inc
President: Mr Gary Fulton
Kingsley 6026
Ph:08- 9497 9953
Fax:08- 8498 0486
http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Acres/2392/
TENTERFIELD TERRIER
CLUB OF VICTORIA
President: Mr Verv Haywood
Pearcedale 3912
Ph:03- 59787176
http://www.geocities.com/ttcvic/
TENTERFIELD TERRIER
CLUB OF SA Inc
home.iprimus.com.au/gumhaven/tenterfieldsa
TENTERFIELD TERRIER
CLUB OF QLD Inc
http://www.tenterfieldterriers.org
TENTERFIELD TERRIER
CLUB OF NSW Inc
Secretary: Di Cannon
PO Box 441
Narooma 2546
Ph:02- 4476 3189
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