Tenterfield Terrier
VS
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Tenterfield Terrier vs German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Compare Tenterfield Terrier and German Spitz – Mittelspitz 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
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
26 – 31 cm
32 – 36 cm
Weight
4 – 5 kg
8 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
2/5
4/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Tenterfield Terrier
Great with kids
Tiny
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Great with kids
High energy
Small
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 German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Medium German Spitz with a square, compact build, dense double coat and plumed tail over the back. Alert, vocal watchdog yet affectionate and people‑oriented, needing companionship, training, mental stimulation and regular grooming. Generally robust, long‑lived, and active.
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