Tenterfield Terrier
The Tenterfield Terrier is a small, lightweight terrier akin to Miniature Fox Terriers, and Rat Terriers. The Tenterfield Terrier has English origins but, like dog breeds such as the Miniature Fox Terrier, the Australian Terrier, the Silky Terrier, and the Australian Cattle Dog, was developed uniquely in Australia.
History
As is so often the case, the origins of the breed are somewhat obscure. It is generally believed that smaller puppies from the litters of Fox Terriers were selected specifically for ratting. Certainly, by the late 1800s a dog type known as the Little Foxie or the Miniature Fox Terrier (known colloquially as "Mini Foxies") was well established in rural Australia. By the 1920s the dog was a fixture in urban households as well. The name "Tenterfield" is sometimes incorrectly stated to denote the terrier's place of origin as Tenterfield, New South Wales. Rather, Tenterfield is only one of many Australian towns and villages in which small dogs of this type were known to exist. The town of Tenterfield is significant in Australian history, and the best-known owner of its saddlery was a man named George Woolnough, who was immortalized by his grandson, entertainer Peter Allen, as the "Tenterfield Saddler". Mr. Woolnough owned a number of small dogs; however, photographs of these dogs are not available. The name Tenterfield Terrier was suggested in the 1990s by television gardening personality Don Burke, and was adopted by the South Australian Miniature Fox Terrier club.
Appearance and Size
The Tenterfield Terrier is a small dog with a short, fine coat, predominantly white with markings in black, tan, liver or brindle. The preference is for a docked tail, but short tails or bobtails also occur. They stand 27cm (10.5") and weigh around 5kg (10lb). While sometimes confused with the Jack Russell, the Tenterfield Terrier has a finer build and a slightly arched skull.
Personality
Despite its small stature, the dog is friendly with an outgoing, adaptable nature, bold in the way of terriers and is intelligent. The coat is low maintenance for grooming purposes. Although they can live to 20 years in good health, the average lifespan is from 12 to 14 years.
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Videos of Tenterfield Terriers
Oscar, Tenterfield Terrier dog - has been adopted
Oscar is a Tenterfield Terrier x Mini Fox Terrier cross dog available for adoption from Dog Rescue Newcastle www.dogrescuenewcastle.com.au He is 12 months old, playful, affectionate and great with children and loves other dogs. For more info about Oscar or our other rescued puppies and dogs available for adoption, visit our website or ring 02-4954-2234 in Australia.
Clyde, Tenterfield Terrier dog has been adopted
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tenterfield terriers - Chilli & Speedy pups just 5 weeks old.MTS
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Odie, Jack Russell dog-Has been adopted!
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Sunny, Mini Fox Terrier dog - has been adopted!
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Puppy Daisy husks a coconut video.AVI
Daisy the Tenterfield terrier puppy shows how to husk a coconut.
Cami, Mini Fox Terrier-has been adopted
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Sandy, Italian Greyhound cross - has been adopted
Sandy is 12 months old, cheeky, smoochy and cuddly. He loves toys, walks and people of all ages. He is an Italian Greyhound cross dog available for adoption from Dog Rescue Newcastle www.dogrescuenewcastle.com.au For more information or to meet Sandy please call his foster carers on 65434105 or email Amie at afry88@live.com.au. Sandy is available for adoption interstate. (Australia)
RSPCA Paw Walk Adelaide, Missing dogs from Salisbury, Jack Russell xT. Ajax and Stamp.
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Fleur, Mini Fox Terrier has been adopted!
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Tucker, Fox Terrier x Cattle Dog - has been adopted
Tucker is a small Fox Terrier cross Cattle Dog available for adoption from Dog Rescue Newcastle www.dogrescuenewcastle.com.au He is only 15 months old, smart, playful, affectionate and happy to be an inside dog. For more info about Tucker, ring Rebekah on 02-4023-8239.
Joey has been adopted
More dogs available for adoption from Dog Rescue Newcastle www.dogrescuenewcastle.com.au Joey was rescued from the pound. He is young, playful, loves toys, is very affectionate, and great with other dogs. He's available for adoption to a loving home anywhere in Australia. For more info about Joey ring 02-4954-2234 or 02-4945-4992 in Australia.
