Are Australian Terriers smart?

Yes, Australian Terriers are smart. Their intelligence is rooted in their history as working terriers, where they needed to be alert, quick to learn, adaptable, and able to problem-solve while hunting small game.

These smart little dogs often perform well in rally trials and agility courses where they can showcase their agility, quick-thinking, and keen senses. Australian Terriers are known for their curiosity and knack for figuring out solutions to challenges, whether it’s finding a way to reach a treat hidden in a puzzle toy or navigating through obstacles in an agility course.

If you plan on adopting one of these scruffy pups, plan on providing plenty of mental enrichment with a range of toys and activities such as treat puzzles, snuffle mats, hidden toys in sandboxes, and tunnel games.