Australian Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier

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

Australian Terrier vs Jack Russell Terrier
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
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General Details
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Maybe
Lifespan
11-14 Years
10-15 Years
Height
9-11 Inches
10-15 Inches
Weight
12-16 Pounds
13-17 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Origin Country
Australia
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1820 AD
1819 AD
Temperament
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
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
Jack Russell Terrier
Energy Level
Very High
Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Average Lifespan
11-14 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Common Health Issues
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Allergies
Diabetes
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Glaucoma
Deafness
Lens luxation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Australian Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Red
Black and Red
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
Red
Red
Sandy
Sandy
Tri-Color
Tri-Color
White and Black
White and Black
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Cream
White and Cream
White and Tan
White and Tan
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