Australian Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier

Compare the Australian Terrier to the Toy Fox Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Terriers and Toy Fox Terriers.

Australian Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
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General Details
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
11-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
9-11 Inches
8½-11½ Inches
Weight
12-16 Pounds
3½-7 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Origin Country
Australia
United States
Origin Year
1820 AD
1930 AD
Temperament
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Energy Level
Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
16 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Allergies
Diabetes
Von willebrand's disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Demodectic mange
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Australian Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Red
Black and Red
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Red
Red
Sandy
Sandy
White and Black
White and Black
White and Chocolate
White and Chocolate
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
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