Tenterfield Terrier
VS
English Toy Terrier
Tenterfield Terrier vs English Toy Terrier
Compare Tenterfield Terrier and English Toy Terrier 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
Tenterfield Terrier
English Toy Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
26 – 31 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
4 – 5 kg
2 – 4 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
11 – 13 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
2/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
2/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Tenterfield Terrier
Great with kids
Tiny
English Toy Terrier
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
Summary
About Tenterfield Terrier
The Tenterfield Terrier is a small, robust Australian terrier, bred as a vermin hunter and farm companion. Lively, affectionate, and alert, it suits active homes. It has a smooth, low‑maintenance coat, moderate shedding, and often lives 14–16 years with good care.
About English Toy Terrier
Small, elegant black-and-tan toy terrier with a fine but athletic build and low‑maintenance short coat. Loyal and people-focused, often bonding closely with one person. Lively, intelligent and sensitive, needs daily exercise, mental stimulation and protection from temperature extremes.
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