Active
Playful
Hard working
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Adaptable
Bold
Intelligent

Loyal
Energetic
Affectionate
Stubborn
Athletic
Guarding
Alert

Tenterfield Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Afadors are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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Australia

Alaska

Smooth Coated Ratting Terriers

Afghan Hound and Labrador Retriever

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Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

White
Black
Brown
Blue
Pied

Black
Gray
Fawn
Red
Brown

Tenterfield Terriers have short coats.

Afadors have medium-length coats.

A Tenterfield Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Afador can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Tenterfield Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Afadors may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

The Tenterfield Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Afador breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Hypothyroidism

Entropion
Cataracts
Fanconi Syndrome
Hemophilia

Blood and Urine Tests
Skin Scraping Test for Allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Blood Analysis
Complete Physical Examination
Cardiac Test

Tenterfield Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Afadors' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Tenterfield Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Afador has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Tenterfield Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Afadors sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Swimm

Walks and runs, Cuddling, Hike

Tenterfield Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Afadors are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Tenterfield Terrier, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Afador, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Tenterfield Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Afadors usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Tenterfield Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Afadors require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

In general Tenterfield Terrier should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Afador should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Tenterfield Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) Afador feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Tenterfield Terrier is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Afador is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Tenterfield Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Afador is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Tenterfield Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Afador is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Tenterfield Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Afadors are not the best choice for families with kids.

Tenterfield Terriers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Afadors are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Tenterfield Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Afadors are not very stranger friendly.

Tenterfield Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Afadors have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.