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Australian Terrier vs Italian Volpino
Compare Australian Terrier and Italian Volpino side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Australian Terrier
Italian Volpino
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
21 – 25 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
5 – 7 kg
4 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 16 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
Characteristics
Australian Terrier
Great with kids
Tiny
Italian Volpino
Tiny
Summary
About Australian Terrier
The Australian Terrier is a small, sturdy working terrier with a harsh, weatherproof coat and soft topknot. Bred in Australia as a vermin controller and companion, it is confident, lively, people‑oriented, a devoted watchdog, needing moderate exercise and regular, simple grooming.
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