What makes an Australian Terrier so brave?
Lion-Hearted Terrier
What makes an Australian Terrier so brave?
Have you ever seen a small dog with fur the color of toasted honey, standing guard like it owns the whole backyard? That's an Australian Terrier — and don't let the size fool you. This little dog has the heart of a lion and a personality ten times bigger than its body.
Australian Terriers were bred in Australia over a hundred years ago to be working dogs on farms and ranches. Their job? Hunt rats and snakes, guard the homestead, and alert their families to danger. They needed to be tough, brave, and small enough to chase critters into tight spaces. That's why they're built low to the ground with strong little legs — perfect for darting into burrows.
