Active
Playful
Hard working
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Adaptable
Bold
Intelligent

Stubborn
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Obedient
Dominant
Loyal
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured

Smooth Coated Ratting Terriers

Rottweiler, Cane Corso Italiano (Italian Mastiff)

1993

1990s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

White
Black
Brown
Blue
Pied

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Tenterfield Terriers have short coats.

Italian Mastweilers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Italian Mastweiler can have a litter of 6-12 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.

Italian Mastweilers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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.

Italian Mastweilers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

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

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging

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

Italian Mastweilers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Swimm

Biking, Hiking

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 Italian Mastweiler, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Italian Mastweiler 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

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
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 95-120 pound (43 - 54 kg) Italian Mastweiler feed 3.5 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 Italian Mastweiler is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 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 Italian Mastweiler is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 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 have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Italian Mastweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Tenterfield Terriers are not cat friendly.

Italian Mastweilers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Italian Mastweilers are not dog-friendly.

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

Italian Mastweilers 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.

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

Tenterfield Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Italian Mastweilers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.